Family visas
Libyan Spouse Visa (Non-Libyan Spouse of a Libyan Citizen)
For the foreign spouse of a Libyan national, based on a marriage that has been registered with the Libyan authorities.
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The USD 25 fee is an embassy-quoted figure and may vary or change; verify with the relevant Libyan embassy.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Libya government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Non-Libyan Spouse Visa
- Route type
- Family (spouse of a citizen)
- Fee
- Quoted at USD 25 by an embassy (reported)
- Confirm current amount with the embassy
- Who it is for
- The non-Libyan spouse of a Libyan citizen
- Where to apply
- A Libyan embassy or consulate for your country of residence
- Cost
- US$25 (paid by money order)
- Fee stated by the Libyan Embassy in Washington D.C.; confirm the current amount with your own Libyan mission
- Passport validity
- At least 6 months, with two clear visa pages
- Initial validity
- Issued as a short-stay entry visa (reported as 90 days)
- The 90-day figure is not confirmed on an official Libyan page
- Marriage registration
- Certificate must be registered at the Libyan consulate first
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals married to a Libyan citizen
Requirements
- Marriage certificate registered with the Libyan consulate
- Libyan spouse's documents and a consent statement
- Applicant's passport, application form and photograph
How to apply
- Register the marriage with the Libyan consulate/authorities
- Submit the application with the marriage certificate and spouse's consent
- Pay the applicable fee and await processing
Documents you may need
- Passport valid 6+ months with at least two clear visa pages
- Completed visa application form
- One recent 2x2 inch colour photograph with a white background
- Copy of the Libyan spouse's passport
- Copy of the Libyan spouse's national ID or driver's licence
- Marriage certificate, registered at the Libyan consulate
- Written consent from the Libyan spouse
- Prepaid return envelope if applying by post
Frequently asked questions
Yes. The Libyan consulate requires the marriage certificate to be registered with it before it will issue a spouse visa, and your Libyan spouse must also give written consent to the application.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.