LebanonCôte d’Ivoire: Visa required

LebanonCôte d’Ivoire

Do Lebanon passport holders need a visa for Côte d’Ivoire?

Visa required

Yes. Lebanon passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Côte d’Ivoire.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

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RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance5,163 km, straight line (~6h 34m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Côte d’Ivoire23 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Côte d’Ivoire passport holders visiting Lebanon: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Côte d’Ivoire

Lebanon passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

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Frequently asked questions

Do Lebanon passport holders need a visa for Côte d’Ivoire?

Yes. Lebanon passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Côte d’Ivoire.

How far is Côte d’Ivoire from Lebanon?

About 5,163 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 34m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Côte d’Ivoire?

West African CFA franc (XOF).

What is the emergency number in Côte d’Ivoire?

110 / 111 / 170 / 180 / 185.

What time zone is Côte d’Ivoire in?

Abidjan (UTC+0).

What is the nearest airport to Yamoussoukro?

Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ), about 14 km away.

How many countries can enter Côte d’Ivoire without a visa?

23 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Côte d’Ivoire visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Lebanon passport holders visit without a visa instead of Côte d’Ivoire?

Liberia, Sierra Leone.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Lebanon

Lebanon, officially the Lebanese Republic, is a country in the Levant region of West Asia. Situated at the crossroads of the Mediterranean Basin and the Arabian Peninsula, it is bordered by Syria to the north and east, Israel to the south, and the Mediterranean Sea to the west; Cyprus lies a short distance from the coastline. Lebanon has a population of more than five million and an area of 10,452 square kilometres (4,036 sq mi). Beirut is the country's capital and largest city.

CapitalBeirut

RegionWestern Asia

Population5.8M

Area10,452 km²

CurrencyLebanese pound (1 USD ≈ 89500.00 LBP)

LanguagesArabic, French

Calling code+961

Drives on theright

TimezoneBeirut (UTC+3)

Nearest airportBeirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY), 8 km

Emergency number112 / 140 / 160 / 175

UNESCO sites8

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$4,473 (2024)

Tourist arrivals1.9M (2019)

Climate in Beirut

Warmest September, coolest January, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for Beirut, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	14.9°C	9.9°C	210mm	237h
February	15.9°C	10.3°C	172mm	236h
March	18.7°C	12°C	175mm	278h
April	20.1°C	13.9°C	66mm	347h
May	25.2°C	17.9°C	40mm	392h
June	26.8°C	20.5°C	6mm	403h
July	29.7°C	23.9°C	0mm	418h
August	30.7°C	24.8°C	5mm	399h
September	31.4°C	25°C	2mm	348h
October	29.3°C	22.2°C	3mm	333h
November	22.1°C	16°C	107mm	262h
December	19.8°C	12.9°C	72mm	255h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Lebanon is a country in the Middle East, on the Mediterranean Sea. Rich in diversity and history, Lebanon has hosted the Roman Empire, the Crusades, the Ottoman Empire, and was, for a period of time, controlled by France. The majority of Lebanese are Arabs, as are most of the Palestinians and Syrians living there, but there are also small communities of Assyrians, Armenians and Kurds. Lebanese cuisine is among the most famous of all Middle Eastern cuisines.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Anjar
Baalbek
Byblos
Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Tyre
Mount Amel Castles
Ouadi Qadisha (the Holy Valley) and the Forest of the Cedars of God (Horsh Arz el-Rab)
Rachid Karami International Fair
Tyre

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About Côte d’Ivoire

Ivory Coast, also known as Côte d'Ivoire and officially as the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire, is a country on the southern coast of West Africa. Its capital city of Yamoussoukro is located in the centre of the country, while its largest city and economic centre is the port city of Abidjan. It borders Guinea to the northwest, Liberia to the west, Mali to the north, Burkina Faso to the northeast, Ghana to the east, and the Atlantic Ocean's Gulf of Guinea to the south. With 33.2 million inhabitants in 2026, Ivory Coast is the third-most populous country in West Africa after Nigeria and Ghana. Its official language is French, and indigenous languages are also widely used, including Bété, Baoulé, Dyula, Dan, Anyin, and Cebaara Senufo. In total, there are around 78 languages spoken in Ivory Coast. The country has a religiously diverse population, including numerous followers of Islam, Christianity and traditional faiths often entailing animism.

CapitalYamoussoukro

RegionWestern Africa

Population32.7M

Area322,463 km²

CurrencyWest African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 584.37 XOF)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+225

Drives on theright

TimezoneAbidjan (UTC+0)

Nearest airportFélix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ), 14 km

Emergency number110 / 111 / 170 / 180 / 185

UNESCO sites5

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,050 (2025)

Tourist arrivals668K (2020)

Climate in Yamoussoukro

Warmest February, coolest August, driest January, sunniest October. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, July, August, December.

Monthly climate normals for Yamoussoukro, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.1°C	24.6°C	29mm	324h
February	31.3°C	26.1°C	37mm	295h
March	29.9°C	25.7°C	76mm	276h
April	30.3°C	25.5°C	61mm	311h
May	29.5°C	25.3°C	139mm	292h
June	27.4°C	24°C	270mm	214h
July	26.4°C	23.4°C	62mm	314h
August	26.4°C	22.8°C	48mm	321h
September	26.5°C	23.4°C	88mm	282h
October	27.6°C	24°C	87mm	325h
November	28.8°C	24.8°C	90mm	292h
December	29.1°C	25.1°C	51mm	318h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Côte d'Ivoire is a country in West Africa, visited for its beaches, rainforest, wildlife and tourist villages. Resort lodgings in coastal areas draw many visitors.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Comoé National Park
Historic town of Grand-Bassam
Mount Nimba Strict Nature Reserve
Sudanese style mosques in northern Côte d'Ivoire
Taï National Park

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026All Saints Day

November 15, 2026National Peace Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

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