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Syrian Transit Visa

A short-validity option for travellers passing through the country en route to another destination rather than staying.

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Transit validity/duration and fees were not verified from an official source; 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.
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Official name
Transit visa
Route type
Short transit permission
Purpose
Passing through Syria to another country
Number of entries
Single entry for the transit journey
Single-entry use is widely reported but was not confirmable from an official Syrian government page.
Maximum stay
Short transit period only
The exact permitted transit duration was not confirmable from an official source.
Where to apply
Syrian embassy or consulate in advance; at some land borders where available
Passport validity
At least 3 months beyond your date of arrival

Who it is for

  • Travellers transiting Syria en route elsewhere

How to apply

  • Contact a Syrian embassy or consulate to confirm whether a transit visa is required for your route
  • Provide onward travel evidence and the standard visa documents

Requirements

  • Confirmed onward travel to a third country (ticket and, where required, the entry visa for the onward destination)
  • A passport valid for at least three months beyond arrival, with a blank page
  • Not hold Israeli or Iranian nationality, and no evidence of travel to Israel in the passport
  • A genuine transit purpose only — you must leave Syria within the permitted transit period rather than stay

Documents you may need

  • Valid passport with a blank page
  • Completed visa application form and passport photograph(s)
  • Confirmed onward ticket to the third country
  • Entry visa for the onward destination where that country requires one
  • Evidence of the transit route and dates

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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