Study visas
Syrian Student Visa / Residence Permit for Study
Entry and residence for foreign nationals accepted to study at a Syrian university or institution.
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Study-visa validity, fees and processing times were not confirmable from an official government page; verify with the institution and a Syrian mission.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Syria government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Entry visa with study residence permit
- Route type
- Study
- Immigration authority
- General Directorate of Immigration and Passports (Ministry of Interior)
- Legal basis
- Legislative Decree No. 29 of 1970 (residence of aliens)
- Where to apply
- Entry visa at a Syrian embassy/consulate; study residence permit at the immigration office (GDIP) after arrival
- Maximum stay
- Residence permit covering the approved period of study, renewable
- Exact validity and renewal cycle were not confirmable from an official government page.
- Passport validity
- At least 3 months beyond your date of arrival
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals accepted onto a course at a Syrian institution
Requirements
- Acceptance or enrolment from a recognised Syrian institution
- Valid passport and entry visa
- Residence permit application after arrival
How to apply
- Secure admission and supporting letter from the institution
- Apply for the entry visa at a Syrian mission
- Register for a study residence permit with the immigration office after arrival
Documents you may need
- Passport valid for at least three months beyond arrival
- Official acceptance or enrolment letter from the recognised Syrian institution
- Completed entry-visa application form and passport photograph(s)
- Proof of funds or financial sponsorship covering the study period
- Medical certificate where required by the institution or immigration office
- Proof of a local address in Syria for the residence-permit stage
Frequently asked questions
No. A residence permit issued for study does not authorise employment. Taking up work in Syria requires a residence permit combined with separate work authorisation.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.