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Country Guide > Middle East > Syrian Arab Republic | |
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Passport/Visa
Restricted entry and transit Holders of Israeli passports will be refused admission; so will any passenger holding a passport containing a visa (valid or expired) for Israel and those holding a stamp indicating an Israel-Jordan border crossing. Passports Passport valid for at least six months required by all except nationals of Lebanon holding valid national ID cards. Visas Required by all except the following: (a) nationals of Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates and Yemen; (b) transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft within 24 hours provided holding onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport. Types of visa and cost Single-entry: £32. Multiple-entry: £50. Transit. Payable in cash or by postal order only. These fees are only for nationals of the UK. The cost of visas for other nationalities varies; consult the Embassy for further information. Validity Single-entry (three months from date of issue). Multiple-entry (six months from date of issue). Transit (three months from date of issue). Entry visas initially allow stays of up to 14 days. Extensions for up to three months are possible; apply at the Department of Immigration. Application to Consulate (or Consular section at the Embassy); see Contact Addresses section. In countries where the Syrian Arab Republic does not have diplomatic representation, visitors should apply by post to the nearest Syrian Embassy. Application requirements (a) Two completed application forms. (b) Valid passport with at least one blank page. (c) Two passport-size photos. (d) Fee. (e) A stamped, self-addressed envelope for postal applications. (f) For a Business visa, a company letter stating the nature of the business. Working days required Seven. Temporary residence Applications to the Department of Immigration in Damascus. |