Visa requirements for Syrian citizens

Visa requirements for Syrian citizens are administrative entry restrictions by the authorities of other states placed on citizens of Syria.

As of 2026, Syrian citizens had visa-free or visa on arrival access to 26 countries and territories, ranking the Syrian passport 100th in the world (only above Afghanistan) according to the Henley Passport Index.

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Visa requirements

Country Visa requirement Allowed stay Notes (excluding departure fees) Visa is not required in case born in Afghanistan or can proof that one of their parents is a national of Afghanistan or born in Afghanistan. e-Visa : Visitors must arrive at Kabul International (KBL). Visa is not required for Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen, UK or US visa has been previously used once or residence permit of Schengen, UK, US or UAE 10 years. Eligible for Syria Program (Programa Siria). humanitarian visa. 14 days Passengers with a resident permit issued by Saudi Arabia can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 1 month if: the residence permit is at least 3 months old and valid for at least another 3 months when entering Bahrain; and having a re-entry visa issued by the country of residency; and having a hotel reservation confirmation; and having a return/onward ticket for next destination and sufficient funds to cover their stay. Passengers with a visa issued by Saudi Arabia, USA, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom or a Schengen Member State can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 1 month. They can apply to extend their stay for an additional 2 weeks. 30 days Must have an international vaccination certificate. 30 days 3 months 1 month 30 days 3 months 24-hour visa-free transit through any international airports of China (except Guangzhou and Ürümqi), allows domestic travel through different airports. 45 days 7 days 3 months 90 days Visas are issued for stays of up to 1 month, 3 months or 6 months. 21 days Only Syrians holding a resident card for non-tourism purposes are allowed entry Credit card payment transactions are not accepted when applying for e-Visa. 90 days Visa Exemptions: Holders of valid visa or residence permit of: "Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Kuwait, Latvia, Lichtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UAE, UK, USA." are exempted from visa. You can enter Georgia without a visa for 90 days in any 180-day period. Please, note that you must present relevant valid visa or residence permit along with your travel document/passport at arrival. Additional Information: Nationals of Syria must have health insurance. Visitors not holding return/onward tickets could be refused entry. Passengers with Arabic residence permit must have an official English translation of the residence permit. 90 days 90 days Embassy of Haiti 90 days Visa not required if arriving directly from Damascus Airport only for 90 days every 180-day period. Confirmation from Israeli Foreign Ministry is required before a visa is issued. Eligible for an e-Visa if residing in one these countries : Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, India, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States. May apply online A Syrian visitor of the following categories does not need prior approval (entry visa) and can come to the Kingdom directly: - Those who have never visited Jordan and who have residency for a period of not less than 6 months in one of the following countries (Gulf Cooperation Council countries, European countries, North American countries, South American countries, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea) - Those who have previously been in Jordan on a regular basis and left Jordan on a regular basis and on the Syrian passport with which they entered Jordan and who have residency for a period of not less than 4 months in one of the following countries (Gulf Cooperation Council countries, European countries, North American countries, South American countries, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea) - Those who have not been issued a deportation decision and who have residency in one of the following countries (Gulf Cooperation Council countries, the United States of America, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea - Investors who hold investor cards (A, B) issued by the Ministry of Investment, and their family members who hold investor family cards - Investors in the Jordanian free zones who hold an investor card from the Jordanian free zones and the family members who hold an investor family card - Children and husbands of Jordanian women and wives of Jordanians - Owners of companies and investing partners, and the amount of the partnership share is 50,000 Jordanian Dinars or more, and their family members (husband / wife / son / daughter), provided that the son/daughter is not married 90 days Multiple-Entry Visa may be granted to who entered South Korea 4 or more times within the last 2 years, or 10 or more visits in total (one of those 10 visits should be within the last 2 years). May apply online e-Visa can be obtained for holders of a Residence Permit issued by a GCC member state under the following conditions:

To be 18 years old and over. The residence permit for a GCC state must be valid for at least another 3 months. To be accompanied by the sponsor of the residence permit if the sponsor is an individual. Does not apply to holders of a GCC Student Visa and Non-Skilled Worker Vis 60 days Visa Issuance: Passengers with a residence permit issued by a GCC Member State on which the profession of businessmen, managers, company owners, doctors, engineers and lawyers is stated, can obtain a visa on arrival at Beirut (BEY) for a period not exceeding the validity of their passport. Nationals of Syria passing through Lebanon on their way to Syria can obtain a visa on arrival at Beirut (BEY) for maximum stay of 48 hours. Nationals of Syria traveling as tourists can obtain a visa on arrival at Beirut (BEY) for the duration of the pre-arranged accommodation if they have:

- USD 1,000.- or equivalent; and

- a proof of accommodation during their stay; and

- a return/onward ticket.

Nationals of Syria traveling on business can obtain a visa on arrival at Beirut (BEY) for maximum stay of 1 month. They must have:

- a proof of business/occupation; and

- a letter of invitation/guarantee issued by the inviting party.

Spouses and children of Lebanese nationals can obtain a visa on arrival at Beirut (BEY) for a maximum stay of 6 months. They must have an official marriage certificate, a family book or other valid proof of relationship. 14 days 60 days 90 days 90 days 30 days Visa is not required for Holders of a valid visa of Canada, US, UK or a Schengen State and Permanent residence of Canada, Chile, Colombia, Schengen State, Japan, UK, US Entry may be refused by immigration officials for individuals who were previously denied a US visa, even if holding a valid Mexican visa. 30 days Citizens holding a residence permit or a valid visa issued by one of the member states of the European Union or one of the parties to the Schengen Agreement can apply for an electronic visa. Visa not required for holders of a valid Australia, Japan, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, US, UK or a Schengen Visa. Holders of residence permit in the United Arab Emirates may enter, in Montenegro for a duration of 10 days 30 days Holders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Resident Return Visa may be granted a New Zealand Resident Visa on arrival permitting indefinite stay (pursuant to the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement), subject to meeting character requirements and obtaining an Electronic Travel Authority prior to departure. Visa on arrival if holding valid visa issued by United States, Canada, or Schengen Member State. 90 days Passengers with a Visa Deposit Receipt can obtain a visa on arrival. Residents of Saudi Arabia can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 28 days. Visa on arrival fee must be paid in local currency (OMR) or by credit card. 3 months Online Visa eligible. 30 days 60 days Residents of the United Arab Emirates may obtain an eVisa through the official Philippine eVisa website. A valid Emirati residence visa must be shown upon an eVisa application. Visitors may apply for a visa on the Hayya website. 30 days Nationals of Syria can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 30 days. They can apply to extend their stay. 60 days Tourist visa on arrival for holders of a valid multiple entry visa from US, UK or Schengen area, under the condition that the multiple entry visa has been used at least once, proving that by showing the entry and exit stamps of the country of issuance. 3 months 3 months 30 days Obtainable online. Printed visa authorization must be presented at the time of travel. 90 days 30 days 15 days 1 month 3 months May apply using 'Smart service'. Introduction of Electronic Visa System for Tourist and Business Travelers. e-Visa is valid for 90 days and multiple entry. Prearranged visa obtained online through travel agencies available at Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Phu Quoc or Da Nang airports. Phú Quốc Visa exemption for up to 30 days 3 months Visa on arrival issued free of charge. 90 days 3 months

Territories and disputed areas Visa requirements for Syrian citizens for visits to various territories, disputed areas and restricted zones:

Visitor to Visa requirement Notes (excluding departure fees) Visa not required for holders of a valid biometric residence permit issued by one of the Schengen member states or a valid multi-entry Schengen Visa, a holder of a valid Laissez-Passer issued by United Nations Organizations, NATO, OSCE, Council of Europe or European Union a holder of a valid travel documents issued by EU Member and Schengen States, United States of America, Canada, Australia and Japan based on the 1951 Convention on Refugee Status or the 1954 Convention on the Status of Stateless Persons, as well as holders of valid travel documents for foreigners (max. 15 days stay) Syrian citizens are subject to special visa requirements and may only visit Taiwan under specific conditions, including official invitations, business activities, medical treatment, family visits, or participation in approved events. Those visiting Taiwan on business must be interviewed by a Taiwanese consular officer, and their sponsors must submit a letter of guarantee to the Bureau of Consular Affairs in Taiwan.

Visa requirements for Syrian citizens

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