International Connection in TLV with Lebanon Immigration Stamp?
Dec 25, 2016, 11:24 pm
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International Connection in TLV with Lebanon Immigration Stamp?
I am looking at flying ADD-TLV-SFO and being in TLV only for the connection of a few hours. ADD-TLV is on ET while TLV-SFO is on UA. A few months ago I visited Beirut and have an immigration stamp from Lebanon. Will I have an issue transiting through TLV?
Dec 26, 2016, 2:06 am
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It shouldn't be a problem, I would just make sure you have enough time between the flights in case you might get some extensive security questioning.
There is no limit on even entering Israel with a Lebanese stamp in your passport...
I do wonder why though? TLV is a rather unusual airport to connect in.
There is no limit on even entering Israel with a Lebanese stamp in your passport...
I do wonder why though? TLV is a rather unusual airport to connect in.
Last edited by Ditto; Dec 26, 2016 at 2:25 am
Dec 26, 2016, 8:02 am
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Israel does not deny entry based on where you've been, though as posted you may have a bit more security questioning than usual.
The concern here, if this were on one trip, would be with the Lebanese authorities. If they know a person plans to enter Israel, even for a short connection, they may deny entry. It would be best, in that situation, to have the return flights on a separate ticket and not to discuss the return itinerary with them. Since your Lebanese stamps are from an earlier trip, this won't be an issue in your case.
The concern here, if this were on one trip, would be with the Lebanese authorities. If they know a person plans to enter Israel, even for a short connection, they may deny entry. It would be best, in that situation, to have the return flights on a separate ticket and not to discuss the return itinerary with them. Since your Lebanese stamps are from an earlier trip, this won't be an issue in your case.