Passport Reports

Lebanon Passport Index 2026: Passport Ranking and Visa-Free Travel

Compare the Lebanon passport by mobility score, visa-free access, visa on arrival options, eTA routes and visa required destinations.

The Lebanon passport ranks 178 in global rankings.
Mobility Score55Lebanon passport ranking
Population
5,364,482 (2024 est.)
Official language
Arabic, French
Government type
Republic
Continent
Asia
Passport Reports FAQ

Lebanon Passport Ranking FAQs by Passport Reports

How is the Lebanon passport ranking calculated?

The Lebanon passport ranking uses 55 as the mobility score and shows the global position as 178th. It combines visa-free access, visa on arrival and eTA, while visa-required destinations are listed separately.

What does visa-free access mean for Lebanon passport holders?

Visa-free access means eligible Lebanon passport holders may enter selected destinations without arranging a visa before travel. The current visa-free count is 16, subject to passport validity, purpose of travel and border procedures.

How should the visa on arrival count be read for Lebanon?

The visa on arrival count for Lebanon is 35. It refers to destinations where travelers may request entry permission at arrival, depending on local forms, fees, eligibility rules and travel conditions.

What does eTA mean in the Lebanon passport index?

The eTA count for Lebanon is 4. An eTA is a digital travel authorization required by some destinations before arrival and should be read separately from visa-free entry and visa-required travel.

How many destinations require a visa for Lebanon passport holders?

The visa-required count for Lebanon passport holders is 143. This helps identify destinations where pre-travel documentation may be needed, without replacing embassy, airline or destination-specific checks.

What is the mobility score of the Lebanon passport?

The Lebanon mobility score is 55. In the Passport Reports methodology, this score adds visa-free destinations, visa on arrival destinations and eTA destinations to summarize practical travel reach.

Can Lebanon be compared with other passports?

Lebanon can be compared with other passports by reviewing mobility score, visa-free access, eTA, visa on arrival and visa-required destinations together. This gives a broader view than a single rank alone.

Which country facts support the Lebanon passport profile?

The Lebanon profile includes country context such as population 5,364,482 (2024 est.), language Arabic, French, government type Republic and continent Asia. These facts support the profile without changing the passport score.

Why can passport rankings change over time?

Passport rankings can change when destinations update entry rules, introduce eTA systems, remove visa requirements or adjust border procedures. Passport Reports presents structured reference data for planning, not an admission decision.

What documents should Lebanon travelers check before a trip?

Lebanon travelers should review passport validity, destination entry rules, transit conditions, return ticket expectations, insurance and any digital authorization. The passport index is a planning aid, not legal or immigration advice.