• Country : SYRIA
  • Visa Type : Tourist
  • Entry Single
  • Processing Time 6 to 7 days
  • Validity 30 days
  • Stay Period 90 days
  • Photo Specifications two 40mm x 40mm photos.

Documents required for samua Visa:

  • Must have Documents for samua Visa :
    • Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and minimum 3 blank pages + all old passports if any
    • 2 Scanned recent colour photograph. (Photo Specification);
    • 2 Visa Application forms: completed and signed
    • Personal Covering letter: explaining purpose of travel to the country
    • Original Bank Statement: stamped & updated for last 3 months with bank seal
    • Air tickets: proof of return flight tickets from and back to your home country
    • Hotel reservation: proof of accommodation for your entire stay
    • Travel Itinerary: day-wise plan outlining all elements of the trip
    • Income Tax Returns/Form 16: for last 1 year
    • Medical polio certificate & a shot of polio: should be taken a month before visiting the country.
    • Kindly note: The Govt is very strict on the photograph requirement; please ensure that your photos are as per the specifications.

Supporting documents as per your occupation, type of visit:

1. If Employed:

  • Leave Sanctioned Certificate: with company seal providing approval for leave
  • Salary Slips: of last 3 months

2.If Self Employed:

  • Business Proof: Registration License/MOA/Partnership deed
  • Company Bank Statement: stamped & updated for last 6 months with bank seal
  • Company’s Income Tax Returns: of last 3 years

3. If Retired:

  • Retirement Proof: pension book, statement etc

4. If Student

  • ID Card: from school, college or institute

5. If Minor

  • Birth Certificate showing the names of both parents
  • Legalized Letter of Consent (NOC)
  • If the child is travelling with one parent, the letter of consent authorizing travel must be legalized by the other parent
  • If the child is travelling alone or without either parent, a notarized letter of consent from both parents permitting travel
  • Death Certificate: in case one or both parents are deceased
  • ID Proof: of parents

6. If Visiting friend or relative

  • Invitation letter: stating the relationship with the inviter and purpose of visiting the country & assuring the responsibility for housing and related expenses during the guest’s stay in Algeria
  • ID Proof of Inviter: Passport or Resident Permit
  • Address Proof of Inviter: Utility bill

7. If Sponsored

  • Sponsorship Letter: providing the name of the visitors, what the purpose of the visit is, relationship with the visitors, length of stay, dates of travel & any other additional information if necessary
  • ID Proof of Inviter: Passport or Resident Permit
  • Address Proof of Inviter: Utility bill
  • Proof of Financial Support: updated bank statement, pay slips

8. For Business Visa

Introduction/ recommendation letter from:

  • One of the Chambers of Commerce and Industries, government of India;
  • Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India;
  • Export Promotion Council of India; or Reference number from Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Afghanistan.

Registration certificate of the company from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India:

  • Income tax documents of the last three years;
  • Letter from the company addressed to the embassy, introducing the business man for visa issuance;
  • Invitation letter from the local partner or prospect local partner company in Afghanistan;
  • Copy of the license (JAWAZ) of the local partner or prospect local partner company in Afghanistan.

Syria Visa FAQs

Yes. Indians need a visa to travel to Syria. Syrian visa for Indians can be obtained at the Syrian Embassy or Consulate. In order to get visa for Syria from India, it is necessary to fulfil the visa requirements and submit the necessary documents.

It is a straightforward and effortless process to apply for a Syria visa online through Akbar Travels:

1. Choose your preferred type of Syria visa based on your travel type.

2. Pay online.

3. Submit documents through our pick-up & drop service.

4. Receive your visa once approved.

No. Syria currently does not issue tourist visas. You can only travel for business purpose.

Syria visa for Indians is available only in case of business, not tourism. If you are planning to start a business or invest in the company in Syria, then it is mandatory to share the letter from the company with whom you will start the business. Also, you have to give in-detail review about the nature of business of your company and letter of recommendation from the Chambers of Commerce.

Indian nationals cannot obtain a visa on arrival. They must obtain the visa in their country of origin before the intended date of travel.

It is advisable for every traveller to purchase a travel insurance to stay protected from emergencies. Akbar Travels can assist you with the same to cover your medical expenses, damage and loss of baggage that may occur during travel.

The Embassy of Syria in New Delhi is responsible for Syria visa approval or rejection. If your application is rejected or is granted for a shorter period, the authorities’ decision is final. Travellers are advised to submit all necessary documents when applying for the visa.

The Assad family who is an Alawite has been in power since the ’70s, and he is considered warden of his community. Even though the civil war is over, but the country has become a political ground for Russia and the US. Terrorism cannot be totally ruled out as Daesh is still in control of Eastern Syria. The situation of the country is uncertain and volatile, and incidents like kidnapping, carjacking or bombardment can happen. For the latest updates and Syria visa information, check the Syrian Embassy website.

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