Visitor & short-stay visas
Syrian Tourist / Visitor Entry Visa
The standard short-stay option for tourism and general visits, normally arranged in advance through a Syrian embassy or consulate before you travel.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Permitted stay length, fee and validity vary by nationality and are not stated; confirm with 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 (visit/tourist) visa
- Route type
- Short-stay visitor visa
- Issuing authority
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates / Syrian diplomatic missions
- Where to apply
- Syrian embassy or consulate; visa on arrival for eligible nationalities
- Permitted stay
- Short stay; register with immigration if staying beyond a short initial period
- Exact permitted-stay length varies by nationality and is not stated here.
Who it is for
- Tourists and leisure travellers
- People visiting friends or family
- Short non-work, non-study visits
Requirements
- Valid passport with sufficient validity and blank pages
- Completed visa application form
- Passport photograph(s)
- Statement of the purpose and dates of travel
- No Israeli nationality and no evidence of travel to Israel in the passport
What you can do
- Enter Syria for tourism or a short visit
- Remain for the permitted short-stay period
- Apply to the local immigration office to extend or register a longer stay
How to apply
- Contact the nearest Syrian embassy or consulate for the current form and requirements
- Where flying in, obtain any required prior entry approval
- Submit documents and pay the applicable fee
- Collect the visa or, for eligible nationalities, obtain it on arrival
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.
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