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Is it safe for touring in Beirut being an American this time of year? Would I be stopped at the airport?

about 4 years ago about Beirut, Lebanon

Do I need a Lebanese passport to travel to Beirut along with my American passport?

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Asked by Alondra Ruiz via Travellr.com

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  Unless you are of Lebanese descent you cannot obtain a Lebanese passport. If you are eligible for a Lebanese passport, be careful if you use it to enter the country: Lebanese citizens are subject to compulsory conscription - you might find yourself in the army!
  There are certain parts of Beirut in which trouble occurs from time to time - locals will tell you where they are and when it is a good time to stay away.
  The US State Dept warning on Lebanon is pretty stark: http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/alertswarnings/lebanon-travel-warning.html
  
  There's no reason to expect your US citizenship will single you out for attention at the airport.
  https://www.worldnomads.com/travel-safety/lebanon/lebanon-obeying-the-local-laws-and-getting-around-safely almost 4 years ago

  Answered by Ask Phil via WorldNomads.com
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  "compulsory conscription"? No sir, we don't have compulsory conscription since 2007.
  "As of February 10, 2007 mandatory military service no longer exists in Lebanon thus making it a conscription-free all-volunteer force." about 3 years ago

  Answered by jacques via WorldNomads.com