Date of publication:

09/24/2026

Lebanon

Do domestic laws and policies prohibit the penalization of asylum-seekers and refugees for irregular entry or presence?

ANALYSIS

Assessment by population

Assessment by population
Refugees
Asylum-seekers
Analysis

Domestic laws and policies in Lebanon do not prohibit the penalization of irregular entry or presence of refugees or asylum-seekers. The 1962 Law on Entry and Exit serves as the primary legal framework governing the entry, stay, and exit of foreigners in Lebanon. This law outlines penalties for violations of immigration regulations, including fines, imprisonment, and deportation. While the law doesn't explicitly differentiate between refugees and other foreigners regarding penalties for irregular entry or stay, it applies equally to all individuals who violate its provisions. Consequently, refugees and asylum-seekers who enter or remain in Lebanon without proper documentation are susceptible to penalties.

    LAW & POLICY

    Related provisions of domestic law or policy

    Law Regulating the Entry of Foreign Nationals into, Their Residence in and Their Departure from Lebanon

    Legal provision

    Law Regulating the Entry of Foreign Nationals into, Their Residence in and Their Departure from Lebanon - Generic

    Law Regulating the Entry of Foreign Nationals into, Their Residence in and Their Departure from Lebanon - Generic