Syria Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
2
Visa on arrival
175
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
177
Visa required in advance
21

Syria's visa policy is restrictive relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free or visa on arrival, you will need to apply for a Syria tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Syria Visa-Free (2)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Syria without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

Visa on arrival

Nationalities That Get Visa on Arrival to Syria (175)

Citizens of these countries can obtain a visa stamp at the Syria border on arrival - no advance embassy visit required.

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Fees

Syria Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

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Transit

Syria Transit Visa

Syria publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa

Brief passage through Syria for travelers entering from one border point and exiting from a different border point or airport.

up to 15 dayson arrival

Designed for travelers passing through Syria and exiting from a different border/airport than entry. Fee varies by nationality (approximately $15 - $250). Not documented in detail on official Syrian government websites.

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FAQ

Syria Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Syria?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Syria visa-free or with a visa on arrival. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Syria tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Syria without a visa?

2 countries can visit Syria without a visa in 2026, including: Jordan, Mauritania. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Syria.

How do I apply for a Syria tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival to Syria, you typically need to apply at a Syria embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Syria without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Syria varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Syria Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Syria visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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