As of 2025, Libyan passport holders can travel to about 40 countries and territories without a prior visa or with a visa on arrival. This access is still limited: most popular destinations — especially in Europe, North America and much of Asia — require a visa in advance. Visa rules also change, so always check the latest requirements before you book and travel.
Key points — the limits and the reality
- Most major world destinations (especially in Europe, North America and large parts of Asia) require an advance visa for Libyan passport holders.
- Even countries that allow visa-free entry or visa on arrival limit the length of stay and apply conditions, such as: ✔ passport validity ✔ proof of a return ticket ✔ sometimes travel insurance or a hotel booking
- Diplomatic and political changes can affect visa policies — what is available this year may change next year.
What to do before you travel
- Check official sources — the embassy or consulate website of the country you plan to visit.
- Check your passport validity — most countries require at least 3 to 6 months after your entry date.
- Prepare a return ticket, proof of funds and hotel bookings when needed — especially for visa-free travel or visa on arrival.
- For long stays, work or study — you must get a visa in advance.
- Follow the latest travel updates and policies — they change constantly.
Countries open to Libyan passport holders without a visa or with visa on arrival (2025)
| Destination | Visa requirement |
|---|---|
| Algeria | Visa-free (short visit) |
| Tunisia | Visa-free |
| Mauritania | Visa-free entry or entry facilitation |
| Benin | Visa-free |
| Gambia | Visa-free |
| Dominica | Visa-free |
| Cook Islands | Visa-free / exempt |
| Micronesia | Visa-free / exempt |
| Malaysia | Visa-free (short stay) |
| Seychelles | Visa on arrival, with conditions |
| Maldives | Visa on arrival (up to 30 days) |
| Sri Lanka | Visa on arrival / electronic permit |
| Nepal | Visa on arrival |
| Mozambique | Visa on arrival, subject to conditions |
| Tanzania | Visa on arrival |
| Comoros | Visa on arrival |
| Cambodia | Visa on arrival |
| Burundi | Visa on arrival, subject to conditions |
| Cape Verde | Visa on arrival |
| Ethiopia | Visa on arrival, subject to conditions |
| Uganda | Visa on arrival / e-visa |
| Ghana | Visa on arrival, with privileges for Libyans |
| Senegal | Visa on arrival or simplified procedures |
| Madagascar | Visa on arrival / e-visa |
| São Tomé and Príncipe | E-visa / on arrival |
| Suriname | Visa-free / exempt per some lists |
Note: “Visa-free” usually means short visits only. “Visa on arrival” or “e-visa” normally requires a suitable passport validity, a return ticket and proof of funds.
Important notes and conclusions
- Libyan passport holders can enter only about 40 destinations without a visa or with a visa on arrival.
- No European country on this list is free of advance-visa requirements.
- In most countries that grant a visa on arrival, you must meet conditions such as insurance, funds and passport validity.
- The list changes constantly with diplomatic and political circumstances — always check before you travel.
Travel rules and requirements change. Contact Wajez to confirm the latest visa and entry requirements before you book.
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