Netherlands embassy in Beirut

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Due to COVID-19 the embassy is closed for the public. It is also not possible to collect documents from the embassy. Read more on

Coronavirus: applying for a passport or identity card

Coronavirus: visas for the Netherlands

Keep an eye on these links in order to know  as of when you can book your appointment as per the information on this page.

Please note the days on which the embassy is closed.

Due to the Coronavirus the consular section is closed until further notice. In case of an emergency you can call and you will be automatically transferred to the 24/7 Contact Center in The Hague. You can also call the 24/7 Contact Center directly by calling +31 (0) 247 247 247.

Monday to Friday:
8.30 - 12.30 (by appointment only)

Registration at the embassy

As Dutch visiting or residing in Lebanon you can register at the embassy via the 24/7 BZ Informatieservice (Dutch).

How to make an appointment at the consular section

Passport and ID card, legalisation, consular declaration and other consular services

Make your online appointment.
Check the status of your passport application.

Dutch nationality certificate

Read on the page Applying for a Dutch nationality certificate if you live in Lebanon, which documents you need and how to apply for the certificate.

Civic integration exam

Send an e-mail to make an appointment.

Schengen and Carribean visa

Make an appointment at the Netherlands Visa Application Center (VFS Global).

MVV for study, work or regular family reunification

Send an e-mail to make an appointment.

MVV asylum family reunification (nareis asiel)

• Send an e-mail to make an appointment to collect your MVV or for DNA.
• Send an e-mail to make an appointment for an identifying interview.

Send a scan of the IND letter with your e-mail to avoid a delay in our reply.

Collection of documents (without appointment)

Monday to Friday: 8.00 - 8.30 a.m.

Consular questions?

You can ask your question:

• by phone: +9611211150. If you are calling from the Netherlands, call +31 247 247 247.
• via WhatsApp. Click here to send us a WhatsApp message. Or add our number +316 8238 8055 to the contacts list on your smartphone and then send a message.
• via the contact form.