Explosions at the port of Beirut
Explosions occured at the Port of Beirut. The cause is currently under investigation. Caution is advised, as well as avoiding the area affected by the explosions, following the directions of local authorities (access interdiction, security controls) and keeping yourself informed through the media. The Higher Defense Council proclaimed the state of emergency for two weeks […]
Read moreENROLLMENT OF FOREIGN NON-EU STUDENTS A.Y. 2020-2021
New regulations adopted by the Italians authorities, for the current academic year, concerning the enrollment of foreign non-EU students to all courses of Laurea (Bachelor) / Laurea Magistrale (Master) / Laurea Magistrale a Ciclo Unico (Single Cycle Bachelor&Master’s Degree) (Università/Politecnici), and all courses related to the 1st / 2nd Level Academic Diploma in the institutions […]
Read moreIMPORTANT NOTICE/URGENT
The Embassy of Italy informs that all residence permits expiring after the 31st of January 2020 were extended until the 31st of August 2020 pursuant to article 103 paragraph 2-quater of Decree-Law March 17, 2020 n. 18 (so-called Cura Italia), converted into Law 27 of 24 April 2020, as amended. OPTIONS SUMMARY: 1) Direct flight from […]
Read moreInformation for passengers travelling to Lebanon
As per circular n. 25/02 issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, all passengers travelling to Lebanon are requested to: Fill the health declaration form online before departure, available at the following link: https://arcg.is/0GaDnG; Subscribe to an insurance policy that is valid for the duration of their stay in Lebanon, covering all costs of […]
Read moreA NEOS special commercial flight to Rome and Milan via Amman (July 3rd, 2020)
The Italian Embassy in Beirut and NEOS airlines inform that a special commercial flight from Beirut to Rome and Milan via Amman is scheduled on July 3rd, 2020. This flight aims at repatriating Italian and foreign citizens residing in Italy or European countries. Citizens who intend to travel on board of this flight are kindly […]
Read moreRe-entry visa required to travel back to Italy
We would like to inform the holders of expired resident permits that they are required to apply for a re-entry (Reingresso) visa if they want to travel back to Italy. For detailed information on documents, procedure and how to get an appointment, check out the following websites: https://it.tlscontact.com/lb/BEY/index.php https://vistoperitalia.esteri.it/home/en#BMQuestionario Those who have already asked for […]
Read moreCancellation of NEOS flight to Rome and Milan scheduled on June 26, 2020
We are sorry to inform you that, since the minimum required number of reservations was not reached, the NEOS company will not operate the extraordinary commercial flight scheduled for Rome and Milan tomorrow. In agreement with NEOS, the Embassy is working on a possible rescheduling of the flight on 3 July, compatibly with the number […]
Read moreNEOS Special Commercial Flight from Beirut to Rome and Milan (26 June 2020)
The Italian Embassy in Beirut and NEOS airlines are organizing an special commercial flight from Beirut to Rome and Milan on June 26, 2020. This flight aims at repatriating Italian and foreign citizens residing in Italy or European countries. Citizens who intend to travel on board of this flight are kindly invited to consult the […]
Read moreReopening of the Visa Office
The Embassy of Italy informs that on 22nd June 2020 the visa office will resume its activities. Applicants may book appointments on the TLS website https://it.tlscontact.com/lb/BEY/index.php. Before submitting their files, applicants are kindly requested to check the updates of the relevant legislation adopted by the Italian Government on entry to Italy: https://www.esteri.it/mae/en/ministero/normativaonline/decreto-iorestoacasa-domande-frequenti/focus-cittadini-italiani-in-rientro-dall-estero-e-cittadini-stranieri-in-italia.html
Read moreItalian National Day- The Accademia Musicale Chigiana performs the Italian National Anthem
On the occasion of the Italian Republic Day (2nd June 2020), the Embassy of Italy in Lebanon is glad to announce the performance of Inno di Mameli, the Italian national anthem, by the Accademia Musicale Chigiana. The anthem’s performance can be listened to on YouTube
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