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Worldwide Caution: The Department of State advises Americans worldwide to exercise increased caution.
Pursuant to Presidential Proclamation 10998 on Restricting and Limiting the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the Security of the United States, which takes effect at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on January 1, 2026, the United States is suspending or limiting entry and visa issuance to nationals of 39 countries (including Libya) as well as individuals applying using travel documents issued or endorsed by the Palestinian Authority. Applicants who are subject to Presidential Proclamation 10998 may still submit visa applications and attend scheduled interviews, but they may be ineligible for visa issuance or admission to the United States. For additional details, visit travel.state.gov.
The U.S. Embassy to Libya is currently based in Tunis. Visit this link (contact page) to learn more.
Please visit this link to determine which visa category might be appropriate for your purpose of travel to the United States.
We have a number of U.S. exchange programs that are available for Libyan students and professionals. Visit this link to learn more.
The U.S. Embassy in Tripoli remains closed. U.S. citizens in Libya who seek to apply for a Consular Report of Birth Abroad, U.S. passport, or other routine service should follow the instructions on the U.S. Embassy Tunis website for scheduling an appointment, and review information for documentary requirements for each service, and associated fees.
For non-emergency issues and questions, please email LibyaACS@state.gov In an emergency, please contact the U.S. Embassy Tunis via: +216 71-107-000.
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Please call: 216 (71) 107-000
Outside of Office Hours, contact: 216 (58) 575-409 or 216 (71) 107-000
Outside of Libya: 1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444
Outside of Office Hours, from Libya (WhatsApp calling enabled): +216 29 980 978
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