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Syria Travel Guide

Due to the unstable situation and very high level of general risk, traveling to Syria may be dangerous. Read more
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Tourist season

Are March and April good months to visit Syria?

3

March

Semi-high
season

4

April

High
season

Visa Limitations

Visa requirements for citizens of United States visiting Syria for tourism.

Admission refused or travel restricted

No permission to enter the country or very limited travel possibilities.

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Did you know?

The surface area of Syria is 71.5 thous. mi², which puts the country in position number 196 in terms of the area in the world.

How far is it?

1. The site uses the Great Circle method of calculating distances between two points on the Earth
2. To change the cities for comparison, change Your Country in settings

The distance between Damascus (SY) and Washington D.C. (US) is 5863 miles

To calculate distance between your location and Damascus click here

Damascus
Damascus
Aleppo
Hama
Homs
Latakia
Washington D.C.
Washington D.C.
Philadelphia
Houston
Chicago
Los Angeles
New York City
5863
mi

Time Timezone

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Safety

General travel safety level in Syria on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).

4

Level 4 • Do not travel.

Update: 25 Mar 2024

Upcoming holidays

31 March 2024• Easter Sunday

10 April 2024• Eid al-Fitr Holiday

Currency

Syrian Pound (SYP) - rate compared to selected currencies

1000 SYP
Rate
Inversion
EUR
0.36855
2713350
GBP
0.31502
3174386
USD
0.39801
2512530
Update: 28 Mar 2024

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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions

From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Syria

Map
Distance matrix
MilesDamascusAleppoLatakiaHomsHamaPalmyraKrak des ChevaliersTartous
Damascus-192142871151348798
Aleppo192-9010577130110116
Latakia14290-76611565944
Homs8710576-28902448
Hama115776128-953652
Palmyra1341301569095-114138
Krak des Chevaliers87110592436114-24
Tartous9811644485213824-

Best Ways to Experience Syria

  • Cuisine
  • Art

Practical Information for Travelers

  • Currency
  • Vaccinations
  • Visa
  • Electricity

Currency

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Vaccinations

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All travelers

You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Syria.

Routine vaccines

Before each trip, it is worth making sure that we are up to date with the routine vaccinations. These include vaccinations against measles, mumps and rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, chickenpox, polio and flu.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Reduce your exposure to germs

Most travelers

Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Eat and drink safely

Polio

Polio (Poliomyelitis), or Heine-Medina disease, is an acute infectious viral disease.The infection occurs mainly through the ingestion or inhalation.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Eat and drink safely
  • Reduce your exposure to germs

Typhoid

Typhoid fever is an acute, systemic infectious disease caused by Salmonella typhi.The source of the infection may include dirty water, raw fruits, vegetables, dairy products, as well as dirt containing bacteria.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Eat and drink safely

Some travelers

Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Avoid sharing body fluids
  • Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment

Rabies

Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Keep away from animals
This section is for informational purposes and does not exhaust all issues related to vaccination. Based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

With or without a visa?

Visa requirements for citizens of

United States
  • United States
  • More

visiting flagSyria for tourism

Updated on 2 March 2023. Based on Visa requirements for United States citizens
Admission refused or travel restricted

No permission to enter the country or very limited travel possibilities.

  • Registration required within 15 days.
  • Departure tax applies at all borders.
  • Persons with passports bearing Israeli visas or entry/exit stamps are not allowed to enter.
  • Visas are not currently available to United States residents.
  • Visa not required for foreign citizens with proof of Syrian origin, such as an identification card or passport
  • Dual-Citizen Males ages 17–42 need military service book

Electricity

220V (50 Hz)

In Syria the standard voltage is 220V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, E, L sockets are used.

Click on the socket icon to see more information
socket CType C
socket EType E
socket LType L

Facts and Figures

Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country

Population

195 / 231
Ranking
17 500 658
Arab 90.3%, Kurds, Armenians

Area

196 / 232
Ranking
71.5 thous. mi²
It is approximately 2% of the territory of United States.

Life expectancy

188 / 221
Ranking
74
Life expectancy expressed in years.men 72.5women 75.6

Median age

188 / 222
Ranking
23.5
Average age of population expressed in years.men 23women 24

Population growth

189 / 224
Ranking
-9.73%
The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss.

Literacy

178 / 210
Ranking
86.4%
Ability to read, write and count.men 91.7%women 81%
Source: WDI World Bank & CIA World Factbook Country Comparison

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