By Emma Parker

It doesn't seem to be possible to buy legal DVDs in Libya. If you can't wait till your next trip home, you will find that almost any software, music or DVD you wish to buy can be found and purchased very cheaply.

It is important to note that it is illegal to purchase and pirate software, music or DVDs in Libya.

If you do choose to purchase pirated software, music or DVDs please note that you must not take them out of the country as you may be prosecuted upon arrival in your next posting.

There are a number of stores which sell a selection of standard DVD players and portable CD, DVD, MP3 and MP4 players.

Before you go:

If you are travelling with children it would be wise to bring a broad range of children's educational DVDs with you.  A small selection of children's movies can be purchased locally - mostly Disney.

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Published June 2009