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Foreigners can buy homes in Lebanon, from seafront apartments in Beirut to stone houses in the mountains, within clear limits set by law.
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At a glance
Who can buy
Lebanese law lets a foreign individual or company own up to 3,000 square meters in total across the country without a special decree. Beyond that, ownership needs a decree of the Council of Ministers, which must be used within a year and may require building within five years.
Foreign ownership is also capped as a share of each province's area, and at 10% in Beirut. Your lawyer confirms the rules that apply to your nationality and to the property before you sign.
Restored stone buildings and new towers near the Zaitunay Bay marina.
One of the city's most elegant residential neighborhoods.
Mountain homes and chalets with sea views and winter skiing.
Old harbors, beach clubs and seaside villas.
Registration fees are paid at the Land Registry when title is transferred, and foreign buyers may pay additional fees. Rates have changed in recent years, so ask your lawyer for the current schedule and how prices are to be paid.
How to buy
Your lawyer checks title at the Land Registry and any charges on it.
Sign a sale agreement, usually with a deposit.
A decree is needed only above 3,000 square meters.
Pay the fees and register title at the Land Registry, in person or through your lawyer.
Questions
Yes. A foreigner may own up to 3,000 square meters across Lebanon without a special decree; larger holdings need a decree of the Council of Ministers.
Yes. Foreign ownership is capped as a share of each province's area, and in Beirut at 10%.
Yes. Apartments in Beirut are among the most common purchases by foreign buyers, subject to the same rules.
Yes. Buyers commonly act through a Lebanese lawyer holding a power of attorney.
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This guide is general information, not financial, legal or tax advice. Rules, fees and thresholds change; confirm every point with the official authority and a licensed local lawyer before you commit funds.
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Three ways to buy
Not every buyer arrives on holiday. Whichever way you buy, every buyer is pointed to a licensed Luxury Real Estate Agency or Developer in the Territory.
Many buyers discover a place as guests, return to view homes in person and buy on a later visit. Our guides to resorts, flights and cities help plan the journey.
Many international buyers own before they ever visit. They view homes and projects by video and virtual tour, work with a licensed agency, developer and lawyer, and sign and pay from home, often through a power of attorney where the law allows.
Funds, family offices and companies buy whole floors, buildings and portfolios. Tell us your mandate and we will point you to developers and agencies with the scale and investor relations to match.
Rules for foreign buyers differ by country and change over time; confirm them with a lawyer before you commit. Leading Luxury Real Estate law firms and lenders, country by country. Register your interest.
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Register interestThis page is general information to help you start your research. It is not financial, legal, tax or immigration advice. Rules, prices and thresholds change; confirm every detail with a licensed adviser and the official authority before you act.
Checked October 2026. Rules can change. See our standard.
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