Libya Visa for Philippines Passport Holders

Philippinespassport Libyadestination

Single entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaNo

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Philippines passport holders: Single entry for Libya. Fee: USD 120 (~USD 120). Processing: 4-12 weeks. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Embassy-only visa, NO eVisa. Travel STRONGLY DISCOURAGED — active conflict, divided government. DFA Level 4 advisory + deployment ban on OFWs to Libya. Some Filipino OFW community (~6K — oil sector, healthcare).

Visa types: Tourist Visa (extremely rare); Business Visa (oil sector); Work Visa (DMW-regulated, periodic deployment bans); Pilgrimage (no major sites); Student (very limited); Family; Transit; Diplomatic. Most visas are business/diplomatic-only.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)USD 120 (Business typical)

In USDUSD 120

In PHPPHP 7,320

Minimum bank balanceUSD 100/day

Stay & validity

Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30-90 days.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority

How to apply

MethodEmbassy via Cairo/Tunisia (mail/in-person)

Application centreEmbassy

Processing time4-12 weeks

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (USD 100/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes Yes (with sponsor)

Sponsor Doc Yes Yes (MoFA-approved)

Invitation Letter Yes Yes (most categories)

Vaccination Conditional Yellow Fever if from endemic area

Travel Insurance Mandatory

Biometrics Conditional

Police Clearance Yes

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity6+ months (no Israeli stamps)

Photo size40 × 50 mm · White bg

Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months, no Israeli stamps); Application form (Arabic/English); 2 photos; Return ticket; Hotel booking + sponsor letter; Bank statement (USD 100/day); Yellow Fever cert if from endemic area; Travel insurance covering conflict zone; PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; Detailed itinerary + security plan; Libyan entity invitation legalized + Tripoli MoFA approval; Police clearance.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Single USD 120 (~USD 120) 4-12 weeks

Common rejection reasons

Common PH rejections: (1) DFA Level 4 advisory + OFW deployment ban — NAIA may bar departure; (2) Active travel advisory at maximum level; (3) Divided government complicates visa approval (East vs West Libya); (4) Israeli stamp = automatic rejection; (5) Inadequate security planning; (6) No verified Libyan sponsor; (7) Oil sector workers need full corporate sponsorship + DMW exemption from deployment ban; (8) Past Filipino abduction/death cases affect bilateral assessment.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Libya, 6th Floor Anson's Centre, 23 Annapolis Street, Greenhills, San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines

Phone+63 2 8723 8170

Emaillibya.manila@mfa.gov.ly

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceMedium

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Libya visa FAQ for Philippines passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Libya with a Philippines passport?

Yes — Philippines passport holders need a visa for Libya (Single entry). Apply via Embassy via Cairo/Tunisia (mail/in-person).

How much does a Libya visa cost for Philippines passport holders?

The Libya visa fee is USD 120 (about PHP 7,320). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Libya visa?

Typical processing for a Libya visa is 4-12 weeks. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Libya on this visa?

A Libya visa for Philippines passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30-90 days.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Libya visa from Philippines?

Apply for your Libya visa via Embassy via Cairo/Tunisia (mail/in-person). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 6+ months (no Israeli stamps).