LIBYA
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WALK-IN AND SHIPPING ADDRESS
4301 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 104 Arlington, Virginia 22203 Customer Service Mon- Fri 9:30 am - 5:00pm Sat 10:00 am-1:00 pm Office 703-524-1808 Toll Free 1-855-559-VISA(8472) |
TOURIST- US and Non-US Citizens
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1. Valid and Signed Passport Passport must have one blank visa page and be valid 6 months beyond stay.
- Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for visas |
2. Photographs
Two recent passport type photos, in color, on photo paper, front view and with a white background - Size 2x2 
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3. Visa Application Form
Two(2) visa applications must be sent - Applications not completed properly may cause a delay in the issuance of the visa and will be rejected. -Please do not leave any field blank and answer each question in detail - If a field is not applicable- put N/A or None Download Application here:
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4. Travel Itinerary
Itinerary from your airline or travel agency indicating the following - Applicants Name - Dates of travel(to and from country) It is recommended that you do not purchase or confirm any tickets until the visa has been issued. |
5. Government Authorization
Government authorization or approval document to enter Libya (usually supplied by a Libyan tour operator) **Official Arabic translation of your passport vital pages will be processed by SC through the Arab Chamber of Commerce | ||||
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6. Yellow Fever Vaccination
Not needed as a core requirement |
7. Visa Work Order
The work order is our internal form that includes your basic info as well as your travel and shipping specifics Download Form here:
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8. Non-US Citizen
Please submit a clear copy of your green card or US Visa and copy of I-94 - B1/B2 US Tourist Visa is not a valid option - You may print the electronic version of your I-94 by following this link: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/ |
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NEXT STEPS........
1. Gather your passport, documents, and send them to us via UPS, DHL, or FEDEX. (We recommend a courier that allows you to track the package).
2. Once we receive your package, we will verify the documents and submit them to the appropriate Consulate. (Should we need any additional clarification or documents, you can be sure that we will contact you). | ||
The Embassy of Libya will not issue a visa on a passport that contains a valid or expired visa to Israel. Visas or entry may be denied for travelers if a passport contains Israeli stamps.
FEES
Processing Time5-10 business days
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Period of staySingle/Multiple- up to 30 days
Based on approval |
Validityup to 3 months
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SC Fee$150.00
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Embassy Fee$175.00 single
$375.00 multiple |
BUSINESS- US and Non-US Citizens
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1. Valid and Signed Passport Passport must have one blank visa
page and be valid 6 months beyond stay. - Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for visas |
2. Photographs
Two recent passport type photos, in color, on photo paper, front view and with a white background - Size 2x2
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3.Visa Application Form
Two(2) visa applications must be sent - Applications not completed properly may cause a delay in the issuance of the visa and will be rejected -Please do not leave any field blank and answer each question in detail - If a field is not applicable- put N/A or None Download Application here:
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4. Business Letter- US Entity
Letter from US Company or Organization- the signature must be original and the letter must be on company letterhead. - Nature of Business to be performed -Name and Address of your reference that will be visited -Dates of intended visit -Guarantee of return transportation and financial guarantee for the visit - Signed by an officer or manager(not to be signed by visa applicant) Download Sample:
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5. Government Authorization
Government authorization or approval to enter Libya (usually supplied by a Libyan corporate sponsor) >The approval will be issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Libya, it must be sent to the Washington DC Libyan Embassy. >Those traveling on an ordinary passport and visiting the US Embassy for business purposes must also submit a letter from the US Department of State. **Official Arabic translation of your passport vital pages will be processed by SC through the Arab Chamber of Commerce | ||||||
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6. Travel Itinerary
Itinerary from your airline or travel agency indicating the following - Applicants Name - Dates of travel (to and from country) It is recommended that you do not purchase or confirm any tickets until the visa has been issued. |
7.Yellow Fever Vaccination
Not needed. |
8.Visa Work Order
The work order is our internal form that includes your basic info as well as your travel and shipping specifications Download Form here:
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9.Non-US Citizen
Please submit a clear copy of your green card or US Visa and copy of I-94 - B1/B2 US Tourist Visa is not a valid option - You may print the electronic version of your I-94 by following this link: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/ |
NEXT STEPS........
1. Gather your passport,
documents, and send them to us via UPS, DHL, or FEDEX. (We recommend a courier that allows you to track the package). 2. Once we receive your package, we will verify the documents and submit them to the appropriate Consulate. (Should we need any additional clarification or documents, you can be sure that we will contact you). | ||
The Embassy of Libya will not issue a visa on a passport that contains a valid or expired visa to Israel. Visas or entry may be denied for travelers if a passport contains Israeli stamps.
FEES
Processing Time5-10 business days
Visa will start to process once the approval is received. Please have your sponsor contact you once the approval has been initiated so that we can check to see if it was received by the Consulate. |
Period of staySingle/Multiple- up to 30 days
Based on approval |
Validityup to 3 months
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SC Fee$150.00
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Embassy Fee$175.00 single
$375.00 multiple |
OFFICIAL AND DIPLOMATIC
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1 Valid and Signed Official Passport Passport must have one blank visa page and be valid 6 months beyond stay.
- Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for visas
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2. Photographs
Two recent passport type photos, in color, on photo paper, front view and with a white background - Size 2x2
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3. Visa Application Form
Two(2) visa applications must be sent - Applications not completed properly may cause a delay in the issuance of the visa -Please do not leave any field blank and answer each question in detail - If a field is not applicable- put N/A or None Download Application here:
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4. State Department - Cover Letter
Name, Title, Purpose( nature of visit and contact in country), and Dates of Travel
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5. Letter from sending department or Agency
Name, Title, Purpose( nature of visit and contact in country), and Dates of
Travel - Must be on Agency letterhead - Must be an original signature and signed by a Supervisor | ||||
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6. Travel Itinerary
Itinerary from your airline or travel agency indicating the following: - Applicants Name - Dates of travel (to and from country) |
7. Visa Work Order
The work order is our internal form that includes your basic info as well as your travel and shipping specifics Download Form here:
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****Official Arabic translation of your passport vital pages will be processed by SC through the Arab Chamber of Commerce
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Important Note
In order to obtain an Official/Diplomatic Libyan visa, you will need a reference/approval number from the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA). Your visa application cannot be submitted to the Libyan Embassy without this visa approval being in place. The US Embassy in Tripoli must obtain the approval on your behalf. |
NEXT STEPS..........
1. Gather your passport,
documents, and send them to us via UPS, DHL, or FEDEX. (We recommend a courier that allows you to track the package). 2. Once we receive your package, we will verify the documents and submit them to the appropriate Consulate. (Should we need any additional clarification or documents, you can be sure that we will contact you). | ||
The Embassy of Libya will not issue a visa on a passport that contains a valid or expired visa to Israel. Visas or entry may be denied for travelers if a passport contains Israeli stamps.
FEES
Processing Time3-5 business days
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Period of staySingle entry- 30 days/Consular Discretion
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ValidityConsular Discretion
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SC Fee$150.00
includes Arab Chamber of Commerce translation |
Embassy FeeGratis- No fee
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- As a general rule, each Consulate has the right to request more documents or request an in-person interview. The validity of the visa is the sole discretion of the Consulate. Due to unexpected backlogs the Consulate may increase their processing time without notice. Certain nationalities or passport holders may result in additional processing time, this is determined by the Consulate. SC-Passport and Visa is not responsible for delays resulting in Consulate matters.