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Russia Trade Contract with Lebanon

Import and export of goods with Lebanon — a bilingual EN/RU contract in 5 minutes. CISG not ratified, settlements in USD

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Which contract fits working with Lebanon

Four contract types — for any deal structure with a Lebanese partner

Import of goods from Lebanon

A Russian company purchases goods from a Lebanese supplier: food products, jewelry, textiles, cosmetics.

Electronic customs declaration in Russia
Settlements in USD (LBP is unstable)
SWIFT via regional banks
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Export of goods to Lebanon

A Russian company exports grain, metals, petroleum products, and fertilizers to Lebanon.

Electronic customs declaration in Russia
Certificate of origin upon request
Settlements in USD
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Import of services from Lebanon

A contract for services from Lebanese companies: finance, healthcare, IT.

No customs clearance for services
173-FZ currency control
Settlements in USD
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Export of services to Lebanon

A contract for services to Lebanese clients: construction, IT, education.

No customs clearance for services
Repatriation of proceeds under 173-FZ
0% VAT on service exports
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Trade specifics with Lebanon

Key terms to reflect in the contract

CISG not ratified — specify governing law

Lebanon has not ratified the CISG. The Lebanese Code of Obligations and Contracts (1932, of French origin) applies — specify the governing law explicitly.

No CISG · specify law

USD only — LBP hyperinflation

The Lebanese pound (LBP) has undergone one of the world's largest hyperinflations (2019–2023). All international contracts are settled exclusively in USD.

USD · LBP hyperinflation

Banking crisis

Since 2019, Lebanese banks have restricted cash withdrawals and transfers. SWIFT payments may be delayed. Agree on the payment mechanism in advance.

Banking crisis · Lebanon

173-FZ: repatriation

A Russian resident is required to repatriate proceeds within the contract's deadlines. For non-standard settlement schemes, consult your bank.

173-FZ · special regime
FAQ

Questions about trade contracts with Lebanon

Answers to the most common questions

No. Lebanon has not ratified the CISG. The Lebanese Code of Obligations and Contracts applies — specify the governing law and arbitration (LCIA/ICC) in the contract.
Request the Commercial Registration Number from the Lebanese Ministry of Finance registry. Verification is available via MOF Lebanon (finance.gov.lb).
In USD only. Due to the banking crisis, agree on the payment mechanism in advance: some Lebanese banks process international transfers with restrictions.
Wheat and grain (Lebanon is critically dependent on grain imports), metals, petroleum products.
Yes. The export declaration is filed in Russia; the import declaration is filed by the Lebanese party through Lebanese Customs (customs.gov.lb).

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Russia Trade Contract with Lebanon: Key Considerations

Lebanon is a traditional trade and financial hub of the Middle East, currently navigating an economic crisis. Russia is one of the key suppliers of grain to the Lebanese market.

Lebanese company details

The contract should include the Commercial Registration Number issued by the Lebanese Ministry of Finance, along with the company's full name and address. Verification is available via finance.gov.lb.

CISG and arbitration

Lebanon has not ratified the CISG. The Lebanese Code of Obligations and Contracts (1932, of French origin) applies. For dispute resolution, the Lebanese Arbitration Center (LAC) or the ICC (Paris) is recommended.

Currency and settlements

USD only. The Lebanese pound (LBP) has lost more than 90 times its value since 2019. SWIFT transfers via Lebanese banks are possible but require advance coordination due to the banking crisis.

Logistics

The Port of Beirut is still recovering from the 2020 explosion. An alternative is the Port of Tripoli. From Novorossiysk via the Mediterranean Sea — 5–8 days.