Syria visas

Whether you need a visa for Syria depends on your nationality and the purpose of your trip: some Arab nationals enter visa-free, others obtain a visa on arrival at Damascus or Aleppo airports, and most travellers must arrange a visa in advance. Visas and consular matters are handled by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates and Syria's diplomatic missions abroad, while entry, residence permits and passports are administered by the General Directorate of Immigration and Passports under the Ministry of Interior. Syria's entry rules change frequently and are shaped by the security and political situation, so always confirm the current position with an official Syrian mission before travelling.