Regulatory Alerts2026-01-09 | 13795Capital Adequacy Regulatory Framework for Banks Operating in Lebanon
The Governor of the Central Bank of Lebanon issued Interim Decision No. 13795 on January 9, 2026, amending Basic Decision No. 6939 to modify the real estate investment and participation limits for banks operating in Lebanon. The amendment permits affected banks, upon exceptional approval from the Central Council, to allocate up to 50% of their original 20% statutory limit toward real estate provided by shareholders, provided such assets are liquidated no later than December 31, 2026. This decision takes immediate effect upon issuance and is formally published in the Official Gazette.
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