Indonesia to Syria visa requirements

Indonesian ordinary passport holders can obtain a Syrian visa on arrival (typically 15 days) at Damascus or Aleppo international airports, but air arrivals must secure prior entry approval/clearance before boarding. Syria's eVisa platform is no longer operational. Fees are paid in USD cash on arrival. As of mid-2026, Syria does not require Indonesian ordinary passport holders to obtain a visa from a consulate before travel, but it is also not visa-free. Under the Syrian transitional government's policy (changed in January 2025), the former eVisa platform was discontinued, and entry now operates through visa on arrival (VOA). Indonesians fall in the VOA category, eligible for a stay of about 15 days at Damascus International Airport or Aleppo Airport, with the fee payable on arrival. Crucially, travelers arriving by air must first obtain prior entry approval/clearance, which airlines check before boarding; this typically takes about 3 days to 1 week for non-restricted nationalities (Indonesia is not on the restricted/extended list). Visa fees are paid in US Dollars, historically cash only because ATMs do not function and cards are not widely accepted, though some operators now report card options. A single-entry visa runs around USD 50 and transit (15 days) around USD 25 for Indonesia. The policy environment remains fluid following the 2024-2025 political transition, so confirmation through a tour operator or the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs / nearest mission is essential before booking. Note the absolute and permanent bar: any Israeli passport, Israeli stamp, or evidence of a prior visit to Israel results in denied entry regardless of nationality.