What is the total annual cost to renew a domestic worker's residency in Lebanon?

Direct government tariffs are 7,200,000 LBP for the Ministry of Labor and 6,000,000 LBP for General Security. Incorporating compulsory hospitalization insurance and notary fiscal stamps brings the annual total to approximately 20,200,000 LBP (roughly $225 USD).

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Lebanon Foreign Worker Work Permit & Residency Fees Calculator 2026

Calculate Ministry of Labor work permit fees, General Security residency card costs, and compulsory insurance for foreign workers and domestic helpers in Lebanon.

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Calculated Result

Total Annual Cost (LBP)

20,200,000LBP

Calculator Inputs

Foreign Worker Category

Permit Application Type

Include Health Insurance & Notary Contract

Total Annual Cost (LBP)

20,200,000LBP

Total Cost in USD

$225.7

Ministry of Labor Permit Fee

7,200,000 LBP

Calculations reflect official statutory tariffs and exclude private recruitment agency brokerage commissions or late renewal penalties.

This calculator is a mathematical model for general financial estimation, planning, and educational guidance. Results depend on your inputs and standard formulas, and do not constitute binding financial, tax, or investment advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.

Official Statute: مراسيم وقرارات وزارة العمل اللبنانية لتنظيم عمل الأجانب وقوانين الموازنة العامة لرسوم إقامة الأمن العامLast Verified: 2026-09-04

Calculation Methodology

Annual Cost = Ministry of Labor permit tariff + General Security residency card + Compulsory medical insurance + Notary contract.

Frequently Asked Questions

The process entails: 1) Securing preliminary approval and a work permit from the Ministry of Labor with a notarized labor contract, 2) Completing mandatory medical laboratory screenings, 3) Procuring compulsory hospitalization insurance, and 4) Applying to the General Directorate of General Security for the annual residency card.

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