Libya Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: FCDO advises against travel to some parts of Libya. GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay in Libya. You need the correct visa for your trip. Passports showing travel to Israel will not be accepted.
Libya travel requirements at a glance
Valid for the length of your stay
Required, check type with embassy
Passport will not be accepted
Register within a week
Official source: GOV.UK Libya entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Valid for your whole stay
- Correct visa needed
- No evidence of travel to Israel
- Register with police within a week
Passport validity for Libya
GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay in Libya. No extra period of validity is stated.
If your passport shows previous travel to Israel, it will not be accepted for travel to Libya.
Visas
Make sure you have the right visa or you may be refused entry. Contact the Libyan Embassy in London about the visa you need.
A Libyan visa issued overseas may not be recognised in some areas or at some ports of entry.
Arriving and registration
All short-stay visitors must register with the police within a week of arrival. Your host company or travel agency will usually arrange this.
You must declare more than 10,000 US dollars in cash. Bank cards cannot be used in Libya and it is illegal to take dinar out.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Libya?
No. GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay.
Do I need a visa for Libya?
Yes. You must have the right visa for your trip. Contact the Libyan Embassy in London.
Can I enter Libya with an Israeli stamp?
No. GOV.UK says a passport showing previous travel to Israel will not be accepted for travel to Libya.