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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Libya.
in US dollar (USD)
Change cash in local currency when outside larger urban areas
Local currency / ISO Code
Libyan dinar LYD
Import local currency
prohibited
Import foreign currency
unlimited; must be declared
Export local currency
prohibited
Export foreign currency
limited to amounts imported and declared (minus exchange)
Credit cards are rarely accepted. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
ATM cash withdrawals outside bigger communities or cities may not be available.
Travelers are advised not to proceed beyond major cities without sufficient cash.
Cashless payments are rarely possible in this country.
The declaration form must be kept until final departure.
No Israeli shekel!
Keep exchange and transaction receipts.
Travelers are advised to take cash in US dollar (USD).
Reconversion of local currency restricted.
Mandatory exchange of USD 500.– (equivalent) in local currency.
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Tripolis, El Moussawer Ben Maghzama Street, Bederei Area, off Ben Ashour Street, Tel. +218 21 361 41 18 / +218 21 361 41 19
+ 1 h; +/- 0 h during our summer time
Official language
Arabic
Language capabilities
English and Italian
Tripoli
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
220 volt / adapter required for 3-pronged plug
Passport still valid 6 months or more with visa (incl. Arabic translation), return or onward travel ticket and sufficient funds (at least the equivalent of USD 1000.00).
Restrictions if passport contains Israeli stamp.
Travelers without hotel reservation must register at the immigration office within one week after arrival.
More detailed information: Embassy in Berne.
Banks
Winter: 8.00 - 12.00 h (Sat - Wed)
Summer: 8.00 - 12.00 h (Sun - Thu) / 8.00 - 12.00 h and 16.00 - 17.00 h (Sat, Wed)
Stores
9.00 - 13.00 h and 14.00 - 19.30 h (Sun - Thu)
Do not drink tap water.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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