Last updated: 10/06/2022 The CDC’s Order requiring proof of vaccination for non-U.S. citizen nonimmigrants to travel to the United States is still in effect. For more information see
Requirement for Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination for Air Passengers . Check the CDC website for additional information and
Frequently Asked Questions . Country-Specific Information Lebanon has confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its borders. At present, businesses and public institutions ...
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By U.S. Embassy Beirut | 4 December, 2021 | Topics: Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: coronavirus, covid-19, Health
Location: Lebanon Event: The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health confirmed 677 cases of COVID-19 and 21 related deaths in the country as of April 21, 2020. The Government of Lebanon has implemented enhanced
screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Please also see the latest daily
Lebanese government publication which consolidates every ministry’s decisions, actions and responses to address ...
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By U.S. Embassy Beirut | 23 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: coronavirus, covid-19, Health
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Beirut | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Notification, Travel & Tourism | Tags: coronavirus, covid-19, Health
Location: U.S. Embassy Beirut Lebanon According to the local civil aviation authority, Rafic Hariri International Airport will close at 23:59 on March 18. Commercial flight service from Rafic Hariri International Airport will be suspended until the airport reopens. All routine consular operations remain suspended. The U.S. Embassy will send out an alert when routine consular operations resume, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Beirut | 16 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: coronavirus, covid-19, Health
Message for U.S. Citizens: Suspension of Consular Services Location: U.S. Embassy Beirut Lebanon The U.S. Embassy will suspend routine consular operations effective Monday, March 16. This suspension will remain in effect until further notice. During the period of suspended operations, we will be providing emergency services to U.S. citizens on a case-by-case basis. U.S. citizens ...
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By U.S. Embassy Beirut | 13 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: coronavirus, covid-19, Health
The Consular Section at U.S. Embassy Beirut has suspended non-emergency visa operations in the interest of public health safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. American Citizen Services will remain available for U.S. citizen emergency appointments. All visa appointments have been suspended until further notice. Immigrant visa appointments will be rescheduled at a later date. In the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Beirut | 13 March, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Notification, Press Releases | Tags: coronavirus, covid-19, Health
Location: Lebanon Event: On March 11, 2020, the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health reported that there are 61 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Lebanon. The government of Lebanon announced on March 11, 2020 the temporary suspension of flights departing to Italy, Iran, China and South Korea. Additionally, on March 12, the Directorate General of Civil ...
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By U.S. Embassy Beirut | 12 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: coronavirus, covid-19, Health
MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) will temporarily pause all ECA-funded programs that involve travel to and from countries with heightened U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Alert Level 2 (Practice Enhanced Precautions) and Warning Level 3 (Avoid Nonessential Travel) or heightened State Department COVID-19 related Travel Advisory ...
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By U.S. Embassy Beirut | 12 March, 2020 | Topics: News, Study in the U.S. | Tags: coronavirus, covid-19, Health, Study in the U.S., Travel to the U.S.
Location: Lebanon On March 9, 2020, the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health reported that there are 41 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Lebanon. The government of Lebanon has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect with little or no advance notice. Anyone arriving in Lebanon displaying symptoms of COVID-19 may be transferred ...
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By U.S. Embassy Beirut | 10 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues | Tags: coronavirus, covid-19, Health
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE This week the State Department has facilitated the transportation of nearly 17.8 tons of donated medical supplies to the Chinese people, including masks, gowns, gauze, respirators, and other vital materials. These donations are a testament to the generosity of the American people. Today, the United States government ...
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By U.S. Embassy Beirut | 7 February, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Press Releases | Tags: coronavirus, covid-19, Health
