Consulate General of Lebanon · Los Angeles
Services
Before starting any request, verify that your state of residence falls under this Consulate’s jurisdiction. All application forms should be sent with the listed documents to the Consulate’s mailing address.
Travel to Lebanon
Civil Documents
Extract of the Civil Register (Ikhraj Qayd)
How to request a new individual or family extract of the civil register, in person or by notarized mail application.
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Official English translation of Lebanese civil documents authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
View requirementsTravel Documents
Passports
Biometric passport replacement, one-year exceptional renewals, requirements, fees, DHL express service, and FAQ.
View requirementsPalestinian Travel Document
Renewal of travel documents for Palestinian refugees: requirements, notary statement, fees, and DHL express option.
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Life Events
Registration of Birth
Register a birth at the Lebanese Vital Records Registry: required documents and optional affidavit.
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Register a death at the Lebanese Vital Records Registry, including passport cancellation.
View requirementsRegistration of Marriage
Register a marriage at the Lebanese Vital Records Registry: required documents and optional affidavit.
View requirementsRegistration of Divorce
Register a divorce: required court documents, Arabic translation, POA for follow-up in Lebanon, and fees.
View requirementsRepatriation of Remains
Transferring the body of a deceased person to Lebanon: permits, letters, passport cancellation, and fees.
View requirementsCitizenship
Request for Citizenship
Spouse acquisition of Lebanese citizenship through marriage, and reacquisition for individuals of Lebanese descent.
View requirementsRenunciation of Citizenship
Renouncing Lebanese citizenship: notarized affidavit, required documents, fee, and processing timeline.
View requirementsLegalization
Legalization of Signatures
Legalization of commercial documents, life certificates, school and medical certificates, and Palestinian refugee vital records.
View requirementsLegalization of Shipping Documents
Legalization of certificates of origin, commercial invoices, and commercial agreements for shipments to Lebanon.
View requirementsSecretary of State Websites
State authentication authorities for the 13 states under this Consulate’s jurisdiction.
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Our team is available Monday through Friday, except holidays. Passport questions are best handled by email.