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Syria — who needs a visa? (free check)

Free visa requirements for every passport traveling to Syria.

Who needs a visa for Syria?

231 passports checked. Free information — always verify with official government sources.

Visa-free entry (9)

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Visa on arrival (16)

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eVisa required (204)

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No admission (2)

Iran
Israel

Syria visa types (7)

Official visa categories with requirements, documents and FAQs. Start from a passport-specific route above for entry rules.

Tourist / Entry Visa — Advance entry visa for tourism and private visits, issued via the e-visa portal or a Syrian mission.
Visa on Arrival — Border-issued entry visa at airports and land posts, with reciprocity fees by nationality.
Business / Commercial Visit Visa — Short commercial visits backed by a Syrian host invitation and an employer memo.
Work Entry Visa — Entry visa for sponsored employment, completed with in-country work authorization.
Transit Visa — Short transit passage through Syria to a third-country destination.
Student Visa — Entry visa for admitted students, with post-entry student registration.
Family and Medical Visit Visa — Visits to Syrian family members and medical treatment, with border facilitation for spouses, children, and Syrian-origin travelers.

Common documents for any trip

Regardless of destination, have these ready: passport valid 6+ months with blank pages, onward or return ticket, accommodation proof, and funds proof. Visa-on-arrival and eVisa routes usually add photos and an online form or fee — open any route above for its exact list.

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