Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Aeroport Beirut

Border Police - Beirut Airport

Passing through border control at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) is a standard part of international travel. Here is what to expect and how to prepare for immigration and customs in Lebanon.

Immigration & Passport Control

All international passengers arriving at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport must pass through immigration control. Present your passport and any required visa to the border officer. Processing times vary depending on the volume of arrivals.

  • Keep your passport, visa, and boarding pass readily accessible
  • Automated e-gates may be available for eligible passport holders
  • Answer border officers' questions clearly and truthfully

Customs Regulations

After collecting your baggage, you will pass through the customs area. Declare any goods exceeding the duty-free allowances. Failure to declare can result in fines or confiscation.

  • Tobacco: typically 200 cigarettes or 250 g of tobacco for non-EU arrivals
  • Alcohol: usually 1 litre of spirits or 2 litres of wine
  • Cash: declare amounts exceeding €10,000 (or equivalent in Livre libanaise (LBP))
  • Prohibited items: drugs, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain food products

Useful Advice

If you are travelling with valuable electronics, medication, or large sums of money, carry supporting documentation. For prescription medicine, bring a doctor's letter. Customs officers at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) have the right to inspect luggage and may ask questions about the contents of your bags.