As Lebanon’s diplomatic representation in France, the Embassy of Lebanon in Paris handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | 3, villa Copernic, 75116 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 40 67 75 75 |
| info@ambassadeliban.fr | |
| Social Media | Facebook · X · Instagram |
| Head of Mission | Ziad Taan, Ambassador (according to the embassy) |
Consular Section
| Address | 123 Avenue de Malakoff, 75016 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 40 67 26 36 |
| Fax | +33 1 40 67 26 27 |
| consulat@ambassadeliban.fr |
Consular section details according to the embassy.
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 13:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information – please confirm before your visit, especially on French and Lebanese public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at 3, villa Copernic in Paris’s 16th arrondissement.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 13:00.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the embassy website and bring originals with copies.
About the Lebanese Embassy in Paris
The embassy names Ziad Taan, Ambassador as head of mission. The Lebanese community in France numbers around 210,000, according to French official figures. Besides the embassy, Lebanon has career consular offices in Marseille and Paris.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Lebanese passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Documents checklist
The most frequent applications and the documents the Lebanese authorities ask for:
Lebanese passport (application at an embassy)
- Lebanese ID card or a recent individual civil status extract – original and photocopy
- The embassy’s application form, signed in person at the embassy
- Three recent colour photos (not older than six months), 4.3 × 3.5 cm, white background
- Your residence card in France, if applicable, and your current Lebanese passport
- Lost passport: police report explaining the circumstances
- Note: 2003-model passports can no longer be replaced abroad (only a one-time one-year renewal to travel to Lebanon)
Sources: Embassy of Lebanon in the Netherlands – Lebanese travel documents (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the embassy website first.
Travelling from France to Lebanon
French citizens need a visa for Lebanon, which can be obtained on arrival. A valid passport is required. Some regions of Lebanon are on the French Foreign Ministry’s list of areas to avoid. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on French public holidays and on the Lebanese national holiday (22 November). Check the website before visiting around holidays.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Lebanese citizens should call the embassy on +33 1 40 67 75 75. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money.
Diplomatic missions of Lebanon in France
Lebanon in France
- Paris – Embassy of Lebanon (this page)
- Marseille – Consulate General
- Paris – Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Lebanon in Paris
Where is the Lebanese Embassy in Paris?
At 3, villa Copernic, 75116 Paris.
What are the opening hours of the Lebanese Embassy in Paris?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 13:00. Confirm before visiting.
Do French citizens need a visa for Lebanon?
Yes, but it can be obtained on arrival.
Is there a Lebanese consulate outside Paris?
Yes: Marseille and Paris.
Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice for Lebanon. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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