🇱🇧 Lebanon · General Residence
The biometric residency permit — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,744 |
| Minimum annual salary | €1,744 |
| Marriage to citizen | Required |
| Age range | 17–45 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 1 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.general-security.gov.lb/en/posts/241.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,744.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://www.general-security.gov.lb/en/posts/241 · verified 2026-06-24
Minimum annual salary
https://www.general-security.gov.lb/en/posts/241 · verified 2026-06-24
Marriage to citizen
https://www.general-security.gov.lb/en/posts/241 · verified 2026-06-24
Age range
https://www.general-security.gov.lb/en/posts/241 · verified 2026-06-24
No direct PR path
“Permanent residence | Annual Residence | Courtesy Residence | Residency Fees”
https://www.general-security.gov.lb/en/posts/241 · verified 2026-06-24
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.