Travel Information

Russian citizens travelling to Libya

Citizens of Russia that are travelling to Libya need a stamped visa in their passport prior to arriving.

What to expect in Libya

🚨 some unsafe neighbourhoods
🐌 Below average wifi
mild weather
👯‍♂️ good for parties
🤝 friendly locals
💰 expensive cost of living
🏖️ beaches

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Libya from Russia usually are around 80244.00 RUB. Afriqiyah Airways is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Air Baltic, and Libyan Airlines

. Popular domestic airlines are

Air Baltic, and Afriqiyah

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

No, you don't have to carry cash with you. Credit cards are generally accepted. This may not be the case in smaller cities so you should double-check when you land.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

Al Madar, and Almadar

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

No, you cannot drink tap water. Bottled water is recommended.

🚕What do I use to get around?

We currently don't have information on ride-sharing services. Local taxis may be the best option. Check with local authorities upon landing.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is LYD.

1 RUB = 0.020986 LYD

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $6.75 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa needs to be provided by the country prior to travelling.

Notes and Passport Validity

There are no special notes about passport validity at this time. In general, it is good to ensure that your passport is valid 3 months after your trip ends.

Due to safety concerns, Russian government advises its citizens not to visit Libya.

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

We've reviewed our travel advice for Libya. We haven't changed our level of advice: Do not travel to Libya due to ongoing fighting, unstable security, and the high threat of terrorist attack and kidnapping. See Safety and Travel

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Libya. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (1.49 / 5)
Safety (1.00 / 5)
Cost of Living (2.83 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$146.00 USD / night

Average Dinners

$6.75 USD

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Popular Cities in Libya

Benghazi

Tripoli

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