How may a western man or woman dress?
Greater emphasis is placed on the need to dress and behave modestly however the dress code will vary depending on which part of Libya you are travelling to. In the city of Tripoli there is great freedom in what westerners are able to wear. For men, t-shirts and below the knee shorts are acceptable. It is appropriate for women to wear full length or 3/4 length trousers, skirts below the knee and short or long sleeved t-shirts. Sleeveless tops are frowned upon, as are revealing clothes. Suitable clothing for westerners is readily available in Tripoli, however there is less selection than you may be used to. There is no need for western women to cover their heads. Western style bathing costumes can even be worn at expatriate beaches or at secluded beaches found around the coast. Outside of the city, in neighbouring regions, where expats are smaller in number, the dress code is certainly more modest. Long sleeved t-shirts for women would be advised, as would full length or 3/4 length skirt
