BAE Dışişleri Bakanlığı, vatandaşlarının Lübnan'a seyahat edebileceğini duyurdu

Birleşik Arap Emirlikleri (BAE) Dışişleri Bakanlığı announced that the travel ban for its citizens to the Lübnan Cumhuriyeti has been officially lifted. According to the announcement, BAE citizens will be able to travel to the brotherly Lübnan toprakları starting from 29 Haziran 2026 Pazartesi. This decision represents a significant step taken following a review of diplomatic relations and regional dynamics between the two countries. Authorities advise citizens to closely monitor official channels to access up-to-date information prior to travel. Thus, the long-awaited lifting process of this ban has been clarified, and a clear timeline has been presented to the citizens.

The announcement regarding the resumption of travel also explicitly outlined a crucial requirement within the scope of security and safety measures. Accordingly, it has been made mandatory for BAE citizens to register for the 'Tawajudi' (Birleşik Arap Emirlikleri Dışişleri Bakanlığı'nın vatandaşları için sunduğu seyahat kayıt sistemi) service before leaving the country. The relevant ministry emphasized that citizens who fail to complete their registration will absolutely not be allowed to pass through the country's exit gates. It was reported that failing to comply with this mandatory registration procedure will result in the immediate suspension of travel processes, as well as potential legal liabilities. This rule was implemented to ensure the high-level security of citizens traveling abroad and to enable rapid intervention when necessary.

Citizens registering in the system are required to completely provide all necessary data, such as their residential addresses in Lübnan and emergency contact information. Furthermore, citizens who complete their travels and return to the BAE are required to report this situation to the Ministry via the Tawajudi service. In the event of any change in the citizens' residential address or contact information, the information entered into the system must be updated immediately. These detailed procedures stand out as part of the BAE administration's strategy to know the exact location and status of its citizens abroad at all times. The ministry states that all of these steps are aimed at the interests and personal safety of the citizens.

Comprehensive warnings were also issued regarding what citizens in Lübnan should do in the event of a possible crisis, emergency, or threat. The BAE Dışişleri Bakanlığı explicitly stated that in any emergency, citizens must call the overseas emergency hotline at +971 80024. It was reported that this line is kept active to provide rapid repatriation for BAE citizens abroad and to offer timely consular assistance during crises. Authorities remind that due to Lübnan's regional position, the security situation may experience sudden changes, and therefore, caution must be exercised. These measures are an indication of how comprehensive the protection shield provided by the state is against the potential risks travelers may face.

Overall, this new regulation is expected to provide significant momentum to the normalization of mutual relations and the strengthening of civil dialogue between the BAE and Lübnan. Many BAE citizens have been waiting for years for the opportunity to visit Lübnan for family visits, tourist travel, and commercial purposes, and this news has been a source of great joy for them. The said decision also signifies the recognition of Lübnan's important position in regional trade and cultural contexts. The expected increase in human traffic in the upcoming period is anticipated to have positive effects on the civil aviation sectors and tourism economies in both countries. Nevertheless, it is considered essential that traveling citizens strictly adhere to the security protocols for this process to operate smoothly and without interruption.