Thanks for your input Chris.

Here are our experiences, but as you will see, still at an early stage.

We contacted the Libyan Embassy in London and were told that we had to make applications through a tour agency. A UK agent, referred to us by the Embassy, (unfortunately don´t have his contact at the moment) told us that applications needed to be made as a group (minimum four people) - but don´t necessarily have to travel together. We were also told the Ambassador had recently changed but he said it was too early to know the implications of this.

We have since been in contact with other agencies and as I said, made most progress with Arkno. They are asking for US$100 for visa application, US$200 to fix paperwork for the car at the border and an undisclosed amount for a guide while in Libya.

Arkno also want an application from four people. However, given that all the people do not have to travel together there appears to be an opportunity to put make up the numbers with people that may decide they don´t want to go to Libya after all.

We are getting mixed messages on whether we need a guide the whole time we are in Libya or not. Arkno say they will be able to provide a guide for only some of the time but get the feeling this is not standard.

Hope this is helpful and stimulates comments from anyone else who has had experiences trying to get a Libyan visa

Charles