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United Arab Emirates to Syria visa requirements

UAE passport holders need a visa for Syria. The current practical route reported by operators is visa on arrival at open airports or land borders, paid in USD cash, while Syria's official eVisa site still says Coming Soon. Fees for UAE nationals are not consistently published by official sources; recent operator fee tables put UAE around the USD 100 range, while broader Syria visa-fee reporting can vary up to about USD 250. Confirm with a Syrian mission or reputable operator immediately before travel. United Arab Emirates ordinary passport holders are not visa-free for Syria. Syria's former online visa route should not be treated as active: the official evisa.sy page currently displays only a Coming Soon notice, and the Syrian Embassy in the UAE instructs applicants to contact the visa section to confirm visa fees. Recent specialist tour-operator updates describe a post-2025 visa-on-arrival process at Damascus and Aleppo airports and open land borders, with fees paid in clean USD or EUR cash on arrival. The earlier entry was too confident in quoting a narrow regional fee and grouping Gulf travelers together. Current non-official tables conflict: one operator table places UAE in a USD 50/100 band, while broader Syria fee reporting and operator guidance show nationality-based ranges that can be higher. Use a conservative planning range of about USD 100-250 for UAE nationals until a Syrian mission or operator confirms the exact fee for the chosen route. Any Israeli stamp, visa, or evidence of travel to Israel can result in refused entry. Syria is not in the Schengen area, and the security environment remains volatile; many governments maintain do-not-travel advisories.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-18
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-18
Visa type
Visa on arrival reported by operators; official eVisa not active
Maximum stay
Typically short-stay, often 15-30 days, depending on entry approval
per entry
Entries
Usually single entry unless a different visa is approved
from issue date
Visa fee
Reported around USD 100-250 for UAE nationals; confirm before travel
consular fee only
Processing time
Issued/paid on arrival where the route is open; some air arrivals may need prior operator or sponsor clearance
standard track
Validity
Stay counted from entry date; conditions set by Syrian border authorities
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm travel advisability and route
Check the latest UAE and international advisories, then verify that your intended airport or land border is open to foreign visitors before booking.
· Check advisories· Route open
/02
Verify the visa fee directly
Contact the Syrian Embassy visa section or a reputable Syria operator for the current UAE-national fee. Official online fee information is not reliably published.
· Confirm fee· UAE nationality
/03
Ensure passport has no Israel links
Any Israeli stamp, visa, or evidence of travel to Israel can cause refusal. Carry a passport without Israeli markings or related border evidence.
· No Israel evidence· Strict rule
/04
Arrange any required clearance
Air arrivals or guided trips may require prior approval or sponsor/operator coordination before travel. Allow several days to a week where this applies.
· Prior clearance· Operator
/05
Prepare cash and supporting documents
Bring clean USD or EUR cash for the visa fee, plus onward/return plans, accommodation details, and local contact information.
· Cash fee· Supporting documents
/06
Obtain the visa on arrival
At the open airport or land border, present your passport and supporting documents, pay the confirmed fee, and keep the entry stamp/payment receipt.
· At border· Keep receipt
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
United Arab Emirates -> Syria · Visa on arrival reported by operators; official eVisa not active
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RequiredUAE passport valid 6+ months with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredNo Israeli stamps, visas, or evidence of Israel travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredCurrent route and border opening confirmed
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredCurrent UAE-national visa fee confirmed with mission/operator
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredClean USD or EUR cash for visa fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedPrior clearance or local sponsor/operator details if required
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedReturn/onward ticket or travel plan
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedAccommodation or host details
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance including evacuation where available
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredLatest security and consular advisories checked
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesSyrian Arab Republic eVisa Portal - Coming SoonSyrian Embassy in the UAE - VisasCultureRoad Travel - Syria Visa Update
Application link included: Syrian Arab Republic eVisa Portal - Coming Soon
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa on arrival for UAE nationalsApprox. USD 100-250 reportedSources conflict; confirm exact amount with a Syrian mission or operator before travel
Lower operator-reported UAE bandAround USD 100Some operator fee tables place UAE near this amount; not an official embassy fee table
eVisaNot availableOfficial evisa.sy page currently says Coming Soon
Total estimateUSD 100 — USD 250incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival
At open airport or land border
Reported practical route for UAE nationals; pay the confirmed cash fee on arrival and receive entry permission at the border.
Syrian Embassy visa section
Confirm before travel
The Syrian Embassy in the UAE directs applicants to contact the visa section for fees; use it to confirm current fee and document rules.
Official eVisa
Not active
The official eVisa portal currently displays a Coming Soon notice and should not be relied on for advance issuance.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Official eVisa is not active
The official Syrian eVisa page currently shows a Coming Soon notice, so the former online route should not be treated as available.
High
/02
Fee data conflicts
Official UAE-embassy fee data is not visible online and operator fee tables differ, so travelers must confirm the current UAE fee before travel.
High
/03
Evidence of travel to Israel
Any Israeli stamp, visa, or related border evidence can lead to refusal.
High
/04
Route and approval rules can shift
Open airports, land borders, and prior-clearance practices can change quickly in Syria's current environment.
Medium
/05
High-risk security environment
Many governments maintain do-not-travel advisories; consular assistance may be limited.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-18 · major
Softened Syria fee and eVisa guidance
Replaced over-confident regional fee wording with a conflict-aware UAE fee range and official eVisa Coming Soon status.
2026-05-30
United Arab Emirates to Syria route verified
Earlier entry correctly identified the absence of visa-free entry and a reported visa-on-arrival route, but overstated fee certainty.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can UAE citizens enter Syria without a visa?—
No. UAE ordinary passport holders need a visa. Current operator guidance points to visa on arrival where the route is open.
Is Syria's eVisa working?+
How much does the Syria visa cost for UAE nationals?+
Can I pay by card?+
Will an Israeli stamp stop me entering?+
Is it safe to travel to Syria?+
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