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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Syria.
in local currency
Local currency / ISO Code
Syrian pound SYP
Import local currency
unlimited
Import foreign currency
unlimited; USD 5'000.00 or more must be declared
Export local currency
prohibited
Export foreign currency
limited to amounts imported and declared (minus exchange)
Credit cards are rarely accepted. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Currency exchange or purchase on black market punishable by law.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts.
Travelers are advised to take cash in US dollar (USD).
+ 1h
Official language
Arabic
Language capabilities
English and French
Damascus (Dimashq)
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
220 volt / adapter recommended
Passport still valid 6 months or more after end of stay with visa, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 3 months.
Passports with Israeli visa (entry stamp) may cause considerable difficulty or denied entry.
For stays exceeding 2 weeks, travelers must report to the Syrian immigration authorities to extend their stay.
Damaskus, 2 Shafi Street, East Mezze
Tel. +963 11 611 19 72 / +963 11 611 19 73 / +963 11 611 19 74
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Minimum risk of malaria.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Banks
8.30 - 12.30 h (Sat - Thu)
Stores
9.00 - 13.30 h and 16.00/17.00 - 20.00/21.00 h (Sat - Thu)
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