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Libya Inmate Search & Prison Directory

Browse correctional facilities and prisons in Libya. Find addresses, phone numbers, and official contacts for 3 facilities in this directory, plus emergency guidance for US citizens and families of detainees.

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About Libya's Correctional System

Libya's correctional system is managed by the Ministry of Justice Libya. For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.

For US citizens detained in Libya, contact US Embassy Libya at +216 71 107 000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.

Key Libya Prison Contacts

Agency / ContactLocationPhoneWebsite
Ministry of Justice Libya Libya See website Visit Site
US Embassy Libya Libya +216 71 107 000 Visit Site
US State Dept Emergency (from US) Washington DC 1-888-407-4747 Visit Site
Showing 3 facilities in Libya
Kuifiya Prison
Facility Closed
📍Benghazi, Benghazi
👤2,500 Capacity
Main prison in Libya's second city. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners under the eastern Libyan administration (LNA).
Al-Hadba Prison (Ain Zara)
Facility Closed
📍Ain Zara, Tripoli
👤3,000 Capacity
Libya's main civilian prison in the capital. Located in Ain Zara district. Houses sentenced criminals and in recent years migrants and conflict-related detainees. Conditions poor and overcrowded.
Mitiga Military Prison
Facility Closed
📍Mitiga Airbase, Tripoli
👤2,000 Capacity
Military detention facility at Mitiga Airport Tripoli. Operated by various armed factions since 2011. Has held political prisoners war captives and migrants in conditions condemned by the UN.

Libya Prison FAQ

Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in Libya, contact US Embassy Libya at +216 71 107 000 immediately.
Contact US Embassy Libya at +216 71 107 000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in Libya. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Libyan Bar Association for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in Libya. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each Libya facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.

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