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British Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon

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British Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon, located at Serail Hill, Embassy Complex, Beirut Central District. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of United Kingdom, or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Embassy Address

    Serail Hill, Embassy Complex, Beirut Central District
    PO Box 11- 471
    Beirut
    Lebanon

  • Telephone

    +961 1 960 800

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
    Thursday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
    Friday 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
    Tuesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – ⛱️ Hijri New Year is on Wednesday (in 7 days) and might affect working hours

    🕒 Current time in Beirut: 12:11 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

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Location map of the British Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Embassy may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Embassy directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Hijri New Year: June 17 Flag of Lebanon
  • Ashura: June 26 Flag of Lebanon
  • Feast of the Assumption: August 15 Flag of Lebanon
  • The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday: August 26 Flag of Lebanon

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the British Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon:

  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths
  • Notarize certain documents

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Lebanese passport, you are required to obtain an eVisa or eTA to enter the United Kingdom.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Head of Mission

Hamish Cowell, Ambassador

Online Resources

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Nearby Airports

  • Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
    (8.37 km away)
    Beirut
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This page was last edited on 18 April 2026 at 05:51 AM (EST).

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