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Updated January 2025

Key takeaways
  • A Syrian e-Visa is mandatory for most foreign nationals to enter and travel within Syria.
  • Syria provides provides e-Visas and visas on arrival, tailored to different travel purposes and nationalities.
  • Nationals of select countries, including Iran, Russia, and Malaysia, can obtain a visa on arrival at specific entry points.

What is a Syria visa?

A Syrian e-Visa is a mandatory authorization from the Syrian government for most foreign nationals to enter and travel within the country. The visa is essential due to Syria’s strict entry policies, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with regulations. 

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Types 

Syria offers several types of visas, each tailored to the specific purpose of the traveler’s visit. These are some of the most common visas offered by Syria:

Please contact your nearest Syrian Embassy/Consulate for more information, on the type of visa required to be applied.

Tourist visa or e-Visa

The Syria e-Visa or tourist visa is offered to all foreign citizens who wish to explore the country and can be applied online. e-Visa allows applicants to stay in the country for up to 180 days or 90 days.

Visa on arrival

The Syria visa on arrival to citizens of specific countries at selected entry points, allowing them to obtain a visa without prior application. The countries that can apply for a Syria visa-on-arrival include Iran, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

Passport holders of Iran can stay in Syria using a visa on arrival for up to 90 days, while all the passport holders from other countries mentioned can stay up to 15 days.

Please note that nationals of Armenia and Ukraine can also obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 15 days, provided that they have obtained prior approval from the Syrian Immigration Directorate.

General requirements

The general requirements to apply for a Syrian e-visa include:

  • Visa form application (either in Arabic or English)
  • A copy of the valid passport with at least 6 months of validity when traveling.
  • Two photographs. Please note that the photos must be taken directly facing the camera, with a plain white background, and cannot be older than 6 months.

Please note that the e-Visa application must be submitted at least 3 business days before the trip.

How to apply for a Syria visa?

To apply for a Syrian e-Visa, follow the steps given below:

  • You can create an account by visiting the Syrian e-Visa website, clicking on “Create Account,” and filling in the required details in English, including a valid email address and a password that meets the specified criteria. Then, you can activate the account using the verification code sent to your email.
  • Log in to the system using your registered email and password to access the application process.
  • Start a new application by clicking on “Apply Now” on the e-Visa homepage and proceeding to fill out the necessary details.
  • In the first step, upload the first page of your passport, which will automatically populate personal details. Complete any remaining mandatory fields and proceed to the next step.
  • Provide additional information as required in the application form. Before proceeding to the next step, you must fill in compulsory fields specific to your visa type and nationality.
  • Upload all supporting documents as instructed. Once all documents are uploaded, proceed to the submission stage.
  • Review the entire application, confirm that all details are accurate, and submit the form. You can track the progress of your application through your account on the e-Visa portal.
  • Pay the required fees in two phases. 
  • If requested, provide additional information or documents to complete the application. Respond to such requests promptly through your account on the website.
  • Monitor your application status regularly for updates and the final decision. Once approved, your e-visa will be ready for use.
  • You can also use the e-visa website to check the validity of your visa after issuance by entering your visa number. 

 

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