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Israel to Syria visa requirements

Israeli passport holders cannot travel to Syria. Syria does not recognise the State of Israel, has no diplomatic relations with it, and explicitly bans Israeli nationals from entry and transit. There is no tourist visa, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival channel available to Israeli citizens. Travel from Israel to Syria is not possible on an Israeli passport. Syria treats Israel as an enemy state, refuses to recognise it, and bars all Israeli nationals from entry and transit, even when remaining airside. Syrian rules go further: entry is denied to ANY traveller whose passport shows an Israeli visa or entry/exit stamp, an Egyptian or Jordanian land-border stamp from a crossing bordering Israel, or any evidence of a prior visit to or connection with Israel. There is no direct travel link between the two countries, no Syrian diplomatic mission in Israel, and the Israeli government prohibits its citizens from visiting Syria (an enemy state under Israeli law). Following the fall of the Assad regime in December 2024, the transitional Syrian government reaffirmed in early 2025 that Israeli citizens remain banned. The whole of Syria is also under a U.S. Department of State Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisory and comparable warnings from other governments due to armed conflict, terrorism, and the risk of kidnapping and wrongful detention. The verdict is recorded as 'visa-required' only because the schema has no 'banned/no-admission' option; in practice entry is categorically prohibited and no visa will be issued to an Israeli passport holder.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMNONELast verified 2026-05-30
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 2026-05-30
Visa type
No entry permitted - Israeli nationals are banned
Maximum stay
Not applicable - entry refused
per entry
Entries
None
from issue date
Visa fee
Not applicable - no visa issued
consular fee only
Processing time
Not applicable
standard track
Validity
Not applicable
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Understand that entry is prohibited
Syria does not recognise Israel and bans all Israeli nationals from entry and transit. No visa category exists for Israeli passport holders, so there is no application route to pursue.
· Banned nationality· No visa channel
/02
Do not attempt to travel via a third country
Even arriving from a third country, Syrian border officials deny entry to anyone with Israeli nationality or any Israeli stamp, visa, or evidence of a connection to Israel in their travel documents.
· Third-country routing fails· Stamps trigger refusal
/03
Check Israeli law on enemy-state travel
Syria is designated an enemy state under Israeli law. Israeli citizens are legally prohibited from visiting Syria without special government permission, which is not granted for tourism.
· Israeli legal ban· Tourism not authorised
/04
Review the active travel advisory
The entire territory of Syria is under a Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisory from the U.S. State Department and equivalent warnings elsewhere because of armed conflict, terrorism, kidnapping, and wrongful detention risk.
· Level 4 advisory· Active conflict
/05
Consider lawful alternative destinations
For travel in the region, Israeli passport holders should choose destinations that admit them, such as the UAE, Jordan, Morocco, or Turkey. Verify each destination's current rules before booking.
· Choose admissible destination· Verify before booking
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredConfirm you understand Syria bans all Israeli passport holders
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
blocker
RequiredDo not book any flights, tours, or land crossings into Syria on an Israeli passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
blocker
RequiredBe aware that Israeli stamps or visas in any passport cause refusal of entry to Syria
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
warn
RequiredCheck that visiting Syria does not violate Israeli enemy-state travel law
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
blocker
RequiredRead the current Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisory for Syria
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
warn
RequiredNote there is no Syrian embassy or consulate in Israel to apply through
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
info
RequiredChoose an alternative destination that admits Israeli citizens
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
info
RequiredVerify the alternative destination's entry rules before travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
info
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.
Application link included: Visa policy of Syria - Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visaNot applicableNo visa is issued to Israeli passport holders under any circumstances.
Visa on arrivalNot applicableVisa on arrival is not available to Israeli nationals; entry is refused at all borders and airports.
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No diplomatic relations and state of war
Syria does not recognise the State of Israel and the two countries remain technically at war, with no diplomatic, consular, or transport links.
High
/02
Explicit ban on Israeli nationals
Syrian visa policy expressly bans nationals of Israel from entering and transiting the country, including remaining airside in transit.
High
/03
Israeli stamps trigger refusal
Entry is denied to anyone whose travel documents show an Israeli visa or stamp, or a land-border stamp from a crossing bordering Israel.
High
/04
Israeli enemy-state travel law
Israeli law prohibits its citizens from visiting Syria, which is designated an enemy state, without special permission not granted for tourism.
Medium
/05
Active conflict and Level 4 advisory
Syria is under a Do Not Travel advisory due to armed conflict, terrorism, kidnapping, and wrongful detention risk.
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
2026-05-30 · major
Israel to Syria route verified
Confirmed via Wikipedia visa policy of Syria, visa requirements for Israeli citizens, and U.S. State Department advisory that Israeli passport holders are banned from entering or transiting Syria; no visa channel exists. Transitional Syrian government reaffirmed the ban in early 2025.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can an Israeli citizen get a tourist visa for Syria?
No. Syria does not recognise Israel and explicitly bans Israeli nationals from entry and transit. No tourist visa, eVisa, or visa on arrival is available to Israeli passport holders.
Can I enter Syria if I travel through a third country first?+
Will an Israeli stamp in my passport cause problems entering Syria?+
Is it legal under Israeli law to visit Syria?+
Is Syria safe to visit right now?+
Where can Israeli passport holders travel instead in the region?+
/11 — Passport tools

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