The Libyan business visa gives you permission to enter Libya and stay in the country during the permitted validity period of the visa. This type of visa allows its owner to engage in entrepreneurial activities.

Required documents for a business visa to Libya:

1. Application form, correctly completed

2. Photo

3. Passport and copy of the main page

- The passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date of departure.

- It must have at least 2 blank pages.

4. A copy of the national ID and residence/visa permit (if your country of residence and nationality differ).

5. Confirmation of financial capabilities (bank statement, credit card statement)

6. Confirmation of visit purpose

• Visa approval request. It must be issued by the company sponsoring the applicant. It must indicate the passport number, the entire period of stay, and the name of the sponsor company. After obtaining the permit, you can submit documents to the embassy. Estimated travel date.
• Letter of guarantee from the company in the applicant's home country. It should explain the purpose of the visit.

7. Visa number (shown in the entry permit)

8. Health insurance. The minimum amount of coverage of the insurance policy is 15,000.00 USD. 

Types of business visas

There are two types of business visas:

• Single-entry visa: The visa obtained at the embassy is valid for 45 days from the date of issue. However, the approval of the business visa used to obtain the stamp on arrival is only valid for 30 days. In both cases, the visa allows the holder to stay in Libya for one month.
• Multiple-entry Visa: There are two types of multiple-entry visas: one valid for 3 months and the other for 6 months. Both types allow the owner to enter and leave Libya as many times as they want during the specified validity period.

A business visa to Libya processing time

The average processing time for a business visa to Libya is 2-15 working days. 

Libya business visa fee

The cost of a Libya business visa is approximately 15-80 USD for a 1-month single entry visa, 150-250 USD for a 3-month multiple entry visa, and 250-420 USD for a 6-month multiple entry visa. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or country of submission.

Where to apply for a business visa to Libya?

You will apply for a Libyan business visa at Libya visa centers, embassies, or consulates, depending on how visa applications are accepted in your country of residence.