The UAE is set to open a new electronic visa issuance centre in Beirut, extending its digital visa services to Lebanon and allowing applicants to complete UAE visa procedures locally — with faster processing and on-site biometric facilities.
The centre will be operated by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) and is expected to begin operations in the Lebanese capital in the near future.
Streamlined UAE Visa Services in Beirut
The UAE visa centre in Beirut will enable applicants to process tourism, work, study and medical visas through a single location, without needing to travel abroad for consular appointments.
The facility will also offer document verification services, covering passports, medical reports and police clearance certificates — completing the full application cycle in one place.
By providing end-to-end visa services within the applicant's home country, the centre is designed to reduce processing time and simplify the overall application experience for Lebanese residents and nationals.
On-Site Biometric Processing
Applicants will be able to complete all required biometric procedures on site, including ten-fingerprint capture, iris scans and facial imaging. Personal interviews will also be conducted for work visa applicants where required.
The ICP stated that this approach ensures consistency, accuracy and compliance with UAE visa requirements, while improving overall service efficiency.
Integrated with the UAE's Electronic Visa Platform
Major General Suhail Saeed Al Khaili, Director General of the Authority, confirmed that the Beirut centre is part of an ongoing plan to restructure and expand the UAE's overseas electronic visa centres, which currently number 18 worldwide.
He noted that the centre's systems have been fully integrated with the UAE's electronic visa platform, enabling faster processing, standardised procedures and improved data accuracy.
The launch of the Beirut digital visa centre reflects the UAE's continued efforts to enhance visa services through smart, customer-focused solutions — reducing the need for multiple visits and making it easier for applicants across the region to access UAE immigration services locally.
