The Australian Government’s assisted departure flights continue to operate from Beirut. For those registered on DFAT’s crisis portal, do not wait; these flights are subject to demand and security conditions on the ground. They will not continue indefinitely.
If you’re an Australian citizen or permanent resident in Lebanon, make sure you register with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s crisis registration portal. Keep your registration details up to date so we can contact you with important updates. See the ‘Safety’ section for details on how to register.
We continue to advise Australians not to travel to Lebanon due to the volatile security situation and the risk of the security situation deteriorating further. Australians in Lebanon should leave immediately while commercial flights remain available.
The security situation continues to deteriorate in Lebanon. Israeli military airstrikes in southern Beirut and other locations and Israeli military ground operations in southern Lebanon are likely to continue. Australians in Lebanon should avoid known or suspected areas of military activity.
The conflict could continue to escalate quickly or spread to other areas in Lebanon with little notice. This could affect your ability to move to safety. Australians unable to secure a commercial flight or not wishing to leave should be prepared to shelter in place for an extended period. Make sure you have enough supplies, including food, water, medicine, radio, torches and batteries. Know where your identity documents are, including your passport. See our advice on ‘Armed conflict’ in ‘Safety’.
Several airlines have postponed or cancelled flights. Further flight cancellations and disruptions could occur with little or no notice. You should take the first available flight and not wait for a preferred route. Beirut airport could close, and you may be unable to leave for an extended period. The Australian Government may not be able to assist you to leave in such circumstances.
Since 19 October 2023, our advice has been Do Not Travel to Lebanon.
Australians needing emergency consular assistance should contact the Australian Government’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on 1300 555 135 (within Australia) or +61 2 6261 3305 (from overseas).
Terrorist attacks could occur anytime and anywhere, including in Beirut.
We continue to advise:
Do not travel to Lebanon due to the volatile security situation and the risk of the security situation deteriorating further.
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