Lebanon's 26 districts (qadaa) constitute the second and final level of administrative division in the country's governance structure. These districts serve as the primary units for delivering government services and implementing central government policies at the local level. Each district is headed by a qaimaqam (district governor) appointed by the central government, who oversees administrative functions including civil registration, maintaining public records, and coordinating between municipalities and higher authorities. Districts handle matters such as issuing identity documents, marriage licenses, and various permits, while also serving as electoral constituencies for parliamentary elections. The district administration acts as an intermediary between the governorate level above and individual municipalities below, ensuring the execution of national directives while addressing local administrative needs.