Travel Vaccines and Advice for Libya

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Libya. The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Libya: COVID-19, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

For more details on any of the above vaccinations, visit our vaccination or make an appointment with your local Travel Health Specialist. Call or book online to schedule your appointment today.

All Canadian citizens travelling to Libya must have a passport and valid visa issued by the Libyan government.

Libya Entry Requirements
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Passport
Tourist Visa
Business Visa
Vaccinations

Sources: Embassy of Libya and Canadian Travel and Tourism

Visit the Canadian Travel and Tourism website for more information on entry and exit requirements.

Libya has mild winters and hot, dry summers. Libya’s coastal climate is Mediterranean. Desert climate dominates the rest of the country.

In Tripoli, temperatures in the winter range from 8 to 17 degrees. During the summer temperatures range from 22 to 32 degrees. The rainy season tends to last from October through March, though Libya does not get much rain.

The Canadian Government recommends against all travel to Libya due to terrorism, civil unrest and extremist violence in the region.

The Canadian Government’s capacity to assist Canadians in Libya is severely limited. Extremist groups have targeted Canadian Government officials and citizens. The most notable case is the 2012 Benghazi attack.

Crime levels and the threat of kidnapping are high. Militia presence is high, and militia members may detain travellers for any reason.

The State Department characterizes the security climate in Libya as unpredictable and unstable.

Libya’s rules and customs may be different from what travellers are used to. Be sure to take note before travelling:

• Travellers to Libya should dress conservatively and avoid public displays of affection.
• LGBT travellers may face considerable risk as sexual acts between same-sex individuals are illegal.
• Proselytizing is illegal in Libya.
• Importing or consuming alcohol and pork products are illegal in Libya.
• Taking pictures of some buildings, particularly military and government buildings is illegal.
• Most law enforcement carried out by militias.

Travellers to Libya should review the region’s laws before entering the country.

Here are some essential items to consider for your trip to Libya:

• Insect repellent and sunscreen
• Travellers may experience diarrhea from water or food they are not used to. A traveller’s diarrhea kit is recommended for all travellers.
• Light but modest clothing for hot temperatures
• travellers should carry their passports with them at all times. Individuals without passports may be detained for questioning.

All Canadians visiting Libya should register online with the Canadian Government before leaving. This allows the Canadian government to provide notifications on what may be happening in the country.

Due to the deteriorating security conditions in Libya, the Canadian Embassy to Libya is closed. Canadians in Libya who need help are directed to contact the Canadian Embassy in the following countries: Algeria, Egypt, Sudan, and Tunisia. Libya is a vast country and it is best if you familiarize yourself with the closest embassy office that is closes to the region of the country you are visiting.

Embassy of Canada to Algeria
18 Mustapha Khalef St.
Ben Aknoun / PO Box 48, Alger-Gare 16306
Algiers, Algeria
Telephone: (213) 0 770 083 000

If you have any questions about travelling to Libya or are wondering what shots you may need for your trip, schedule an appointment by calling or book online now.