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Saturday, July 18, 2026

Foreign workers monthly Social Security (SSF) premium calculator

You can download the "monthly SSF premium calculator" from the Google Drive link below:

The social security (SSF) contribution rate for foreign (non-Libyan) workers in Libya is 15% of gross income, and the distribution method varies depending on the nature of the contract.

The exact distribution of shares based on the situation:


  • Employees of foreign entities and companies: The employee contributes 3.75%, while the employer contributes 11.25% (total 15%).

 

  • Those subject to Bilateral Social Security Agreements (e.g., Turkish workers): The employee contributes 1.125%, and the employer contributes 3.375% (total 4.5%).

Below is the link to download the SSF premium calculator (interactive Excel sheet):



Saturday, July 11, 2026

Indicative Price List for public work projects in Libya (for year 2026)

Below is the link to download the indicative 2026 price list approved by the 'Committee on Reviewing and Updating Reference Prices.' This list covers the indicative prices for the construction of buildings, roads, infrastructure, storage tanks, landscaping, electrical and engineering works, as well as remote area allowances.

Note: The list is in Arabic, but AI tools should provide an accurate translation. If you need help with any specific item, please email me for assistance.

Below is the link to download the Indicative Price List (2026) - Unified Government Procurement Portal in Libya ATTAAT website:

https://www.attaat.pm.gov.ly/regulation

Alternatively, you can download the complete Indicative Price List (2026) from the Google Drive link below:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_VsRnlCqN5cOcPZVbOKZY-lnlVueBBcC?usp=drive_link

Friday, July 10, 2026

Libya has officially launched the "E-Visa Libya" platform effective 30.06.2026

Libya has officially launched the "E-Visa Libya" platform, effective 30.06.2026.

Latest Update (October 18, 2026): The electronic visa platform is now OPEN for corporate applications. Licensed branches of foreign companies operating in Libya can now submit e-visa requests. The e-visa application fee is set at USD 82.

First, log in to evisa.gov.ly and create an account.

To ensure a flawless application, please prepare the following in advance:

All in JPEG format (each document maximum 200 KB in size):  passport scan (photo page), personal photo (with white background), passport scan of the sponsor in Libya (if applicable), scanned sponsorship supporting document (example: support/invitation letter from the project owner in Libya - if applicable).

Complete the application form (first stage), ensuring you remove any extra spaces after the end of words or sentences.

Note: If you cannot proceed to the payment stage, try completing the application form in Arabic.

Please note that a payment of USD 63 (Sixty-Three United States Dollars) via credit or debit card is required for individual applications.

Accepted Payment Details

  • Credit Cards: Major international credit cards.
  • Debit Cards: Cards enabled for online and international transactions.

Laws, Decisions and Regulations in force

Laws, decisions and regulations in force governing the activities of international construction companies in Libya

Click the Google Drive link below to download any/all of the following PDF documents: Libyan Civil Code. Law No. 12/2004 on stamp tax. Law ...