Syrian Arab Republic Travel Guide - Passport/Visa

Passport valid for at least six months required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except the following:
(a) transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft within 24 hours provided holding onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport.

Note: (a) For stays of over 15 days, visitors should report to the Emigration and Passport Department, or its branches in the governorates to apply for a visa extension. (b) Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).

The government of Syria refuses entry and transit to: any passenger holding a passport containing a visa (valid or expired) for Israel and those holding a stamp indicating an Israel-Jordan border crossing; and holders of passports bearing evidence of entry at Sharm El Sheikh, Rafha, Gaza or Nablus. (a) If you are planning side-trips to Ledanon or Jordan you should apply for a double- or multiple-entry visa for Syria as these are difficult to obtain after arrival.

Single-entry: £32. Multiple-entry: £50. Payable in cash or by postal order only. These fees are only for nationals of the UK. The cost of visas for other nationalities varies; consult the embassy for further information.

Single-entry: three months from date of issue. Multiple-entry: six months from date of issue. Entry visas initially allow stays of up to 14 days. Extensions for up to three months are possible; apply at the Department of Immigration.

Consulate (or consular section at the embassy); see Contact Addresses. Application forms must be completed online.

In countries where the Syrian Arab Republic does not have diplomatic representation, visitors can either apply by post to the nearest Syrian Embassy or can apply at the Syrian border.

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