Structure of the Embassy

The Chancery of the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta to the Republic of Lebanon has its seat in Beirut. Offices are open from Monday to Friday from 9.00 AM to 5.00 PM.

The Embassy is composed of:

  • H.E. Ambassador Maria Emerica Cortese
  • Minister Counsellor: Mr. Gerard ORIZET
  • First Counsellor: Mr. Paul SAGHBINI
  • Counsellor: Mr. François Michel ABISAAB
  • Counsellor: Mr. Clemens von MIRBACH-HARFF

Each state celebrates its National Day. For the Order of Malta this event takes place on June 24 for the feast of Saint John the Baptist, Patron of the Order.

List of the Ambassadors of the Order of Malta to the Republic of Lebanon:

  • Amb. Maria Emerica Cortese (2022 – Present)
  • Amb. Bertrand Besancenot (2019(
  • Amb. Charles-Henri de Bancalis de Maurel, Marquis d’Aragon (2011)
  • Amb. Patrick B. Renauld (2010)Amb. Baron Jacques Guerrier de Dumast (2000)
  • Amb. HSH Prince Edward of Lobkowicz (1981)

CONTACT DETAILS:
Address: 40, rue 89, Imm. Fattal, 3rd floor (next to “Eastwood College”), B.P.: 11-2844 – Beirut, Lebanon
Tel: +961 44015 48
Email: lebanonembassy@orderofmalta.int