We’ve reviewed our advice for Lebanon and have lowered the travel advice level. We now advise reconsider your need to travel overall due to the uncertain security environment. We continue to advise do not travel to several areas of Lebanon due to security risks, including military activity, clashes between armed groups and the presence of extremist groups.

Although a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hizballah was announced in November 2024, Israeli military airstrikes could happen without warning. Beirut airport could close without warning, and you may be unable to leave for an extended period. The Australian Government may not be able to assist you to leave. Avoid known or suspected areas of military activity. The conflict could spread to other areas in Lebanon. See our advice on ‘Armed conflict’ in ‘Safety’.

Demonstrations and protest activity may occur and local security situations could deteriorate with little notice. Avoid all demonstrations and protests.

We now advise:

Reconsider your need to travel overall due to the uncertain security environment.

Higher levels apply in some areas.