Foreign Expert Port Visa (تأشيرة خبير أجنبي في المرفأ)

The Foreign Expert Port Visa is a specialized entry authorization established to facilitate the arrival of essential technical personnel required for the maintenance and operation of Lebanese ports and maritime facilities. It fills a critical gap by allowing companies operating in these highly sensitive infrastructure zones to bypass standard, lengthy work visa processes when they need to bring in international experts for urgent or specialized technical tasks that cannot be performed by the local workforce.

This visa is intended for foreign technical experts, engineers, and specialists whose presence is required for the operational continuity of port or maritime facilities. The ideal applicant possesses specialized skills that are in high demand for port infrastructure. What makes this visa unique is its focus on operational necessity and the requirement for prior authorization from the General Directorate of General Security. It is a streamlined, purpose-driven visa that prioritizes the technical needs of the maritime sector.