Syria visa requirements for Malaysians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Malaysians visiting Syria

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

  • A Malaysian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (2 x 2” dimension) taken in white background.
  • Proof of financial support to cover duration of entire stay in Syria.
  • Proof of accommodation such as a hotel reservation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket to show that you have the incentive of returning to Malaysia.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical Insurance to cover your entire duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Syria Visa for Malaysians

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 business days 90 days
Business visa 7 business days 90 days

General Requirements for Syria Visa

  • A Malaysian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (2 x 2” dimension) taken in white background.
  • Proof of financial support to cover duration of entire stay in Syria.
  • Proof of accommodation such as a hotel reservation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket to show that you have the incentive of returning to Malaysia.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical Insurance to cover your entire duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
Syria Tourist visa Syria Business visa

Syria Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Malaysians traveling to Syria for tourism or visitation purposes are required to apply for a tourist visa.
  • There are two types of Syrian tourist visa:
    • Single-entry visa - valid for three months.
    • Multiple-entry visa - valid for six months. Can also be extended to a year.
  • Visitors traveling to Syria for visitation purposes should provide invitation letters.
  • Visitors who wish to stay 15 days or more in Syria must register with Syrian immigration authorities by the 15th day of their stay.
  • Syria charges a departure tax at its land and sea borders for all visitors except those on diplomatic passports and children under the age of 11.
  • Applicants who are self employed are required to provide a copy of their business license, income tax return, and the company bank statement from the latest six months.
  • Applicants are required to provide a recent medical report which shows that they are free from any illness of public health concern.
  • The currency used in Syria is the Syrian pound (SYP) and the economy is primarily cash-based. Credit cards are not widely accepted.
  • Basic medical care and medicines are available in Damascus and some coastal areas, but not necessarily in other areas. Serious illnesses and emergencies may require evacuation to a neighboring country or to a Western medical facility.
  • Avoid talking about the Syrian political situation with a local unless your counterpart initiates the conversation. It is a sensitive and painful topic.

Syria Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The business visa is issued to Malaysians traveling to Syria for business purposes.
  • The Syrian business visa is a multiple entry visa valid for 30 to 90 days.
  • It is also possible to get a 6 months visa; valid for one or multiple trips in a one-year period.
  • An invitation letter from your business partner in Syria is important when applying for this visa.
  • This letter should contain all the necessary details about the planned trip, including who will be taking responsibility of the travel expenses (whether the individual or the company).
  • Applicants who are self-employed should include a copy of their business license, income tax return, and company bank statement of the last 6 months.
  • A letter from your employer in Malaysia stating the awareness of your leave and also the purpose and duration of your trip and any other detail that might be important should be presented.
  • Malaysians on this visa cannot take up paid or unpaid employment while they are in the country.
  • Those wishing to stay in Syria for more than a year should show a Devoid of AIDS certificate (CVI).
  • The certificate serves to confirm that the traveler is HIV-free.

Syria Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

100.00 (USD)

Business visa

100.00 (USD)

Syria Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Malaysia

Location

Address

Kuala Lumpur

Syrian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia --- No. 93, Jalan U Thant 55000 Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

www.syrianembassy.com.my

enquiry@syrianembassy.com.my

(+60) 3 4251 6364 (+60) (0) 115 0100 555

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Syria?

The best time to visit Syria is between spring and autumn. From the months of March to May and September to November.

What is the main religion in Syria?

Sunni Islam is the main religion in Syria. 

What is the national dish of Syria?

Kibbeh Bil Sanieh is the national dish of Syria and it is one of the most important traditional dishes cooked in every Syrian household.

Do Malaysians need visas to travel to Syria?

Malaysians need a visa to travel to Syria. This visa can be obtained at any embassy or consulate of Syria located near the traveler.