Historical visa-fee report — 6 November 2026: These figures and visa terms describe an announcement dated February 2025. Subsequent changes, including land-border visa fees, mean they should not be used as current instructions. Check the current-reference visa-fee table and visa requirements guide for planning and confirm your case before travel.
Damascus, February 20, 2025 – The Syrian Ministry of Interior announced today an increase in visa fees for tourists entering the country. The new fees range from $40 to $350, depending on nationality and type of entry. According to an official document issued by the Ministry of Interior, under the newly formed government, tourist entry visas will now be valid for a maximum stay of 15 days.
Additionally, the document confirmed that citizens of the following countries are exempt from visa requirements for a period of six months:
- Jordan
- Lebanon
- Malaysia
- Mauritania
In line with the fee adjustments, the following new visa fees apply to specific nationalities:
- Visa fee for Chinese citizens: $40
- Visa fee for Russian citizens: $75
- Visa fee for American citizens: $300
- Visa fee for British citizens: $250
At the time of this February 2025 announcement, land and air arrivals had different fee treatment. This was later changed: do not assume land entry is visa-fee-free.
The visa fee update is part of broader policy changes aimed at regulating and streamlining tourist entry into Syria. Travelers planning a visit are encouraged to check the latest visa fees and requirements before their trip.
For a complete list of visa fees by country, visit here: Syrian Visa Fees 2025