Syria visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Indonesians visiting Syria

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Syrian Visa.

  • An original Indonesian passport with at least 6 months validity beyond your departure date from Syria.
  • Two photocopies of the biodata page of your passport.
  • Two copies of your duly completed and signed visa application forms.
  • Two recently taken colored passport sized photographs.
  • Copy of return flight ticket to country of origin.
  • Proof of accommodation for the entire duration of stay.
  • Proof of travel medical insurance to cover the duration of stay in Syria.
  • Copy of your travel itinerary.
  • Proof of financial means for the entire duration of travel.
  • Police report showing the applicant has no criminal record.

Syria Visa for Indonesians

Facts about Syria

Foreigners in Syria enjoying taking tours around to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the country. While on tour in the country, you can visit beaches, mountains, and ruins. The Syrian mountains are good hiking spots for tourists in the country. Geocaching is also one of the popular activities done by tourists in the country.
 
Tourism in Syria has been in decline since the beginning of the Syrian civil war in 2011. Since the beginning of the war, many tourist sites have been destroyed, major hotels have closed down and major flights have suspended their operations. The movement of tourists in the country has declined by 98% in 2011. In 2010 before the crisis started, the country played host to 8.5 million tourists which was a 40% increase from the number of tourists that visited the previous year. The industry generated $8.4 billion dollars which was about 14% of the country’s economy.
 
Citizens of Arab countries do not require a visa, except Moroccan women below the age of 40 years traveling alone. Nationals of Malaysia, Turkey, and Iran also do not require a visa.

Types of Syria Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 7 working days 90 days
Business visa 7 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Syria Visa

  • An original Indonesian passport with at least 6 months validity beyond your departure date from Syria.
  • Two photocopies of the biodata page of your passport.
  • Two copies of your duly completed and signed visa application forms.
  • Two recently taken colored passport sized photographs.
  • Copy of return flight ticket to country of origin.
  • Proof of accommodation for the entire duration of stay.
  • Proof of travel medical insurance to cover the duration of stay in Syria.
  • Copy of your travel itinerary.
  • Proof of financial means for the entire duration of travel.
  • Police report showing the applicant has no criminal record.
Syria Tourist visa Syria Business visa

Syria Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Syrian tourist visa is issued to Indonesians who intend to travel to Syria for tourism, vacation, and other leisure purposes.
  • An original passport with a minimum validity of 6 months beyond the date you intend to leave Syria is required with at least two blank visa pages.
  • Tourists are obliged to register with the Syrian immigration authorities if they are staying in the country for more than 15 days.
  • Be aware that if your passport has an Israeli visa or stamp in it, you will be denied entry into Syria.
  • Two copies of a completely filled and signed visa application form is required.
  • Recently taken passport photographs is required and it should be attached to the visa application form.
  • You are required to make 2 clear copies of the bio-data page of your passport and attach a copy to each application form.
  • Employed applicants must provide proof of employment in the form of an employment contract or a letter from your employer stating the nature of the business and your role in the company.
  • If you are self-employed you are required to include a copy of your business license, your company's bank statement of the latest 6 months and an Income Tax Return.
  • You are required to present proof of financial means for the entire duration of your stay in Syria. This could be in the form of your recent bank statements.
  • You must also present a recent medical report showing you are free from various forms of contagious diseases. 
  • Visitors in Syria are advised to adhere strictly to the laws and regulations in the country.

Syria Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Syrian business visa is issued to Indonesias who intend to travel to Syria for business purposes such as attending business meetings, conferences, trade fairs, or other business activities.
  • An original passport with a minimum validity of 6 months beyond the date you intend to leave Syria with at least two unused pages is required.
  • If you have been previously issued an Israeli visa or stamp on your passport, your Syrian visa will be denied.
  • Two completed and signed visa application form is required.
  • Two identical passport photographs. The passport must be affixed with the visa application form.
  • You are required to make 2 clear copies of the biodata page of your passport.
  • You must also submit a signed business letter from your employer stating the purpose of your travel to Syria as well as the name and contact details of the partner company in Syria.
  • You must also provide an invitation letter from the partner company in Syria. The letter must state the purpose of your visit and the duration of your stay.
  • If you are employed, you must provide proof of your employment such as an employment contract or a letter from your employer stating the nature of the business and your role in the company.
  • If you are self-employed you must include a copy of your business license, your company's bank statement of the latest 6 months and an Income Tax Return.
  • If you hold a business visa and intend to stay in Syria for more than 15 days, you are required to register with the Syrian immigration authorities.
  • You are to provide a signed guarantee letter by an authorized officer of your company that your employer will take care of all your financial needs for the entire duration of your trip to Syria.
  • You must also submit a copy of your return flight ticket to your country of origin as proof that you intend to return to leave Syria once your visa expires.
  • You are required to provide a recent medical report showing that you have no contagious disease.
  • The Syrian business visa is valid for up to 90 days but it is possible to get a multiple-entry visa which is valid for up to six months. However, Foreigners on a multiple-entry visa can apply for an extension of stay of up to one year.

Syria Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

131.00 (USD)

Business visa

131.00 (USD)

Syria Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Indonesia

Location

Address

Jakarta

Jl. Karang Asem I No. 8 Kuningan Raya Jakarta 12950 Indonesia

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syrembjakarta@gmail.com syrianemb@cbn.net.id

(+62) (21) 520-4117 / 525-5991

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to visit Syria?

Most parts of Syria are now completely safe to visit, especially the capital Damascus is just as safe as big European cities.

What is the culture in Syria?

Syria is a traditional society with a long cultural history. The importance is placed on family, religion, education and self-discipline and respect. The Syrian's taste for the traditional arts is expressed in dances such as the al-Samah, the Dabkeh in all their variations and the sword dance.

What religion is practiced in Syria?

According to CIA World Factbook, 87% of Syrians are Muslim, the majority being Sunni Muslims (74%). A further 13% are Shi'a Muslims, following the Alawite (11%), Ismaili (1%) or Twelver Imami (0.5%) sects.

What is the currency in Syria?

The Syrian Pound is the currency of Syria and currency rankings show that the most popular Syria Pound exchange rate is the USD to SYP rate.