Canadians, permanent residents and their immediate family members in Lebanon

The situation in Lebanon remains volatile and unpredictable due to violent and intensifying clashes along the border with Israel. The attacks are related to the ongoing conflict in the region and could lead to an escalation of hostilities in Lebanon.

The security situation in Lebanon may worsen without warning, which could affect your ability to leave the country.

Canadians, permanent residents of Canada and their spouse or common-law partner and dependent children should

• leave by commercial means now
• follow the travel advice for Lebanon

Our focus is on helping Canadians and permanent residents of Canada get the documents they need to travel and on keeping families together. Make sure your travel documents and those of your spouse or common-law partner and children are up to date and secure at all times.

We continue to monitor the situation in collaboration with our partners and will adapt our response to meet the unique needs of those who need our support.

Canadians, permanent residents of Canada and their immediate family members in Lebanon

Get your travel documents ready

If you don’t have valid travel documents to come to Canada, apply as soon as possible.

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