About the Authority

Learn about the role, mandate, and services of the Passport, Immigration and Foreigners Affairs Authority.

Role and mandate

The Passport, Immigration and Foreigners Affairs Authority is a government body under the Ministry of Interior of the State of Libya. It issues passports and travel documents for citizens, administers Libyan nationality affairs, and regulates the entry, residence, and departure of foreign nationals in accordance with the applicable legislation.

Through its head office and branches across the country’s municipalities, the Authority works to deliver its services efficiently and transparently, and publishes its news, regulatory decisions, and approved official forms on this website.

Key services

• Issuing and renewing passports and travel documents.
• Libyan nationality services, verification, and case follow-up.
• Foreigners’ affairs, including visas, residence, and registration.
• Providing approved official forms for download.
• Publishing regulatory decisions, news, and official announcements.

Contacting the Authority

For enquiries about services or working hours, you can visit the nearest branch of the Authority or reach us through the contact page.