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?
Assessment by population
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.
Related provisions of domestic law or policy
Law Regulating the Entry of Foreign Nationals into, Their Residence in and Their Departure from Lebanon
- Year: 1962
- Type: Domestic law
- Rights Category: Asylum, Documentation
- Link to external source: https://www.refworld.org/legal/legislation/natlegbod/1962/11052
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