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Poland to Syria visa requirements

A Polish ordinary passport holder needs a visa for Syria, obtained as a visa on arrival (VOA) for a 30-day single-entry tourist stay at Damascus/Aleppo airports and the Lebanese and Jordanian land borders. The fee is roughly USD 75, payable only in US-dollar cash. Note: the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises against all travel to Syria. Poland is not on Syria's short visa-free list, so a visa is required. Following the change of government in December 2024, Syria reopened to tourism and (as of 2025-2026) issues visas on arrival to European nationals, including Polish citizens, at Damascus and Aleppo international airports and at the Lebanese and Jordanian land borders. The visa is single-entry and valid for a stay of up to 30 days. Since July 2025 a fee applies at all entry points (no more land-border exemptions), set on a reciprocity basis at about USD 75 for EU/Polish passports, payable strictly in US-dollar cash on arrival because ATMs and cards do not function in Syria. A previously announced eVisa platform is no longer operational. Anyone holding Israeli nationality, or whose passport contains an Israeli stamp or evidence of travel to Israel, will be refused entry. The overarching caveat is security: the Polish MFA (MSZ) advises against all travel to Syria (advisory last updated March 2026), citing armed conflict, terrorism and kidnapping risks, and consular assistance is very limited as Polish diplomatic staff are based in Lebanon. Conditions remain fluid, so travelers should reconfirm immediately before any trip.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast 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
Visa on arrival (tourist)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
About USD 75 (cash, USD only)
consular fee only
Processing time
Issued on arrival at the border/airport
standard track
Validity
Use on arrival; 30-day stay from entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and check passport
Hold a valid Polish ordinary passport (validity well beyond your stay, blank pages available). Ensure the passport has no Israeli stamps or evidence of travel to Israel, which causes automatic refusal of entry to Syria.
· Polish ordinary passport· No Israeli stamps
/02
Review the Polish MFA travel advisory
Read the MSZ (gov.pl) advisory for Syria. As of March 2026 it advises against all travel due to armed conflict, terrorism and kidnapping risk, and warns that consular help is very limited (staff based in Lebanon).
· MSZ advisory· Against all travel
/03
Plan your entry point
Choose an approved entry: Damascus or Aleppo international airport, or the land borders with Lebanon or Jordan. Visa on arrival is available at these points; the discontinued eVisa portal is not in service.
· Airports or LB/JO land borders
/04
Carry US-dollar cash for the fee
Bring enough new, clean US-dollar banknotes to pay the visa fee (about USD 75) plus expenses. ATMs do not work and cards are not accepted in Syria.
· USD cash only· ~USD 75
/05
Obtain the visa at the border/airport
On arrival, complete the entry/visa form, present your passport and pay the fee in cash. The visa is granted as single entry for a 30-day stay; no advance security clearance or tour-operator approval is required under current rules.
· Single entry· 30 days
/06
Comply with in-country rules and exit on time
Carry your passport and registration documents, follow local security guidance, and depart before the 30-day stay expires. Re-entry requires a new visa.
· Depart within 30 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Poland -> Syria · Visa on arrival (tourist)
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RequiredValid Polish ordinary passport (sufficient validity, blank pages)
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredPassport free of Israeli stamps or travel-to-Israel evidence
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredUS-dollar cash to cover the visa fee (~USD 75)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredCompleted arrival/visa form at the entry point
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredConfirmed travel route via an approved entry point (airport or LB/JO land border)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedReviewed Polish MFA (MSZ) travel advisory for Syria
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedComprehensive travel and medical insurance covering high-risk regions
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedReturn or onward ticket and proof of accommodation
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedExtra US-dollar cash for daily costs (no working ATMs/cards)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
OptionalLocal contact, fixer or licensed guide arranged in advance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
optional
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 sourcesPolish MFA (MSZ) - Syria travel information, gov.plWikipedia - Visa policy of SyriaAgainst the Compass - How to travel to Syria in 2026
Application link included: Wikipedia - Visa policy of Syria
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa on arrival (single entry, 1 month)USD 75EU/Polish passports; reciprocity-based, USD cash only
Double-entry visa (3 months)USD 110If offered; subject to change
Multiple-entry visa (6 months)USD 150If offered; subject to change
Transit visa (15 days)USD 40For transit travelers
Total estimateUSD 75 — USD 75incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival at border/airport
Same day (on arrival)
Issued at Damascus/Aleppo airports or the Lebanese/Jordanian land borders after paying the USD cash fee; the standard route for Polish tourists.
Syrian embassy/consulate (advance visa)
Variable (days to weeks)
Apply in advance at a Syrian diplomatic mission; useful if you prefer certainty before travel, but generally not required for VOA-eligible nationals.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Poland not on the visa-free list
Syria grants visa-free entry only to a short list of countries (e.g., Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey, several Arab/North African states); Poland is not included, so a visa is required.
High
/02
Post-2024 reopening to tourism
After the December 2024 government change, Syria reintroduced visa on arrival for European nationals at airports and the Lebanese/Jordanian land borders, removing prior security pre-clearance for tourists.
High
/03
USD cash requirement
Since July 2025, fees apply at all entry points and must be paid in US-dollar cash; ATMs and cards do not work in Syria, so failing to carry cash can block entry.
Medium
/04
Israel-related entry ban
Israeli nationals, or travelers whose passports show Israeli stamps or travel to Israel, are refused entry under all circumstances.
Medium
/05
Severe security advisory
The Polish MFA advises against all travel to Syria due to conflict, terrorism and kidnapping risk, with very limited consular support.
Low
/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
Poland to Syria route verified
Confirmed visa on arrival for Polish ordinary passport holders: 30-day single entry, ~USD 75 cash fee at airports and Lebanese/Jordanian land borders; eVisa not operational; Israel-stamp ban; MSZ advises against all travel.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Polish citizens need a visa to enter Syria?—
Yes. Poland is not on Syria's visa-free list, but Polish ordinary passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival for a 30-day single-entry tourist stay at Damascus/Aleppo airports and the Lebanese and Jordanian land borders.
How much does the Syrian visa cost and how do I pay?+
Can I get the visa online before travel?+
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How long can I stay?+
Is it safe to travel to Syria right now?+
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