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Visa requirements for Syria

Who can enter Syria, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of October 19, 2026.

Passport holders from 227 countries can enter Syria without a visa in advance. 5 have full visa-free access; 222 more can get a visa on arrival or use an electronic travel authorisation. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

5 visa-free
222 on arrival
0 eTA
0 e-visa
15 visa required

242 nationalities

Visa-free entry

5 nationalities

Visa on arrival

222 nationalities

Visa required in advance

15 nationalities

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Syria

Syria has 10 sites on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

Ancient City of Aleppo
Ancient City of Bosra
Ancient City of Damascus
Bosra
Crac des Chevaliers and Qal’at Salah El-Din
Dead Cities
Palmyra
Ruweiha Roman Temple Tomb
Sitt er-Rum (Syria)
ancient village of Northern Syria

Source: Wikidata, community-maintained and not the official UNESCO count.

Nearby destinations

Lebanon Jordan Israel Cyprus Egypt Iraq

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Syria?

It depends on your passport. 227 nationalities can enter Syria without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA); everyone else needs a visa or e-visa. Use the tables below to check a specific passport.

What currency is used in Syria?

Syrian pound (SYP). 1 USD is approximately 121.63 SYP.

What side of the road does Syria drive on?

Syria drives on the right.

How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Syria have?

10: Ancient City of Aleppo, Ancient City of Bosra, Ancient City of Damascus, Bosra, Crac des Chevaliers and Qal’at Salah El-Din, Dead Cities, Palmyra, Ruweiha Roman Temple Tomb, and more.

What is the emergency number in Syria?

110 / 112 / 113.

What time zone is Syria in?

Damascus (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Damascus?

Damascus International Airport (DAM), about 22 km away.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Syria

Syria, officially the Syrian Arab Republic, is a country in West Asia located in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Levant. It borders the Mediterranean Sea to the west, Turkey to the north and northwest, Iraq to the east and southeast, Jordan to the south, and Israel and Lebanon to the southwest. It is a republic under a provisional government and comprises 14 governorates. Damascus is Syria's capital and largest city. With a population of 26 million across an area of 185,180 square kilometres (71,500 sq mi), it is the 56th-most populous and 87th-largest country.

CapitalDamascus

RegionWestern Asia

Population25.6M

Area185,180 km²

CurrencySyrian pound (1 USD ≈ 121.63 SYP)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+963

Drives on theright

TimezoneDamascus (UTC+3)

Nearest airportDamascus International Airport (DAM), 22 km

Emergency number110 / 112 / 113

UNESCO sites10

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$1,057 (2022)

Tourist arrivals2.4M (2019)

Travel guide

Syria is a country in the Middle East. Rich in history, the capital, Damascus, is the world's oldest continuously inhabited city, and the country has been the site of numerous empires.

Upcoming public holidays

December 8, 2026يوم التحرير

December 25, 2026عيد الميلاد المجيد

January 1, 2027عيد رأس السنة الميلادية

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