Lebanon imports most of its fuel and food and is rebuilding after a long banking crisis.
CapitalBeirut
CurrencyLebanese pound (LBP); US dollar widely used
LanguagesArabic; French and English in business
RegionMiddle East
Why Lebanon matters for trade
- Re-export and trading tradition
- Agricultural exports to Gulf markets
- Dependence on imported fuel and wheat
What Lebanon sells and buys
| Main exports | Main imports |
|---|---|
| Gold and jewellery, Fruit and vegetables, Processed food | Refined fuels, Wheat, Food, Vehicles |
Main ports and routes
Beirut, Tripoli.
Check before you tradeThe banking system has been restricted since 2019. Confirm how payments will be made before negotiating terms.
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TradeScout24 Insights · Country overview; figures will be added from DEİK, business council and national sources · Last reviewed 31 Oct 2026