Syrian Arab Republic for citizens of Republic of Korea

Visa-free entry - Syrian Arab Republic visa for Republic of Korea citizen in December of 2024

ℹ South Korean citizens do not require a visa to visit Syria. Important! As of 2011 and 2014, due to threats by Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, South Korean government bans its citizens from visiting Syria.

🔑 How to enter to Syrian Arab Republic from Republic of Korea

To enter Syrian Arab Republic, South Korean citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

  1. Before traveling to Syrian Arab Republic, check whether your South Korean passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Syrian Arab Republic and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
  2. Show your South Korean passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
  3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your South Korean passport.

✅ Requirements for South Korean citizens to visit Syrian Arab Republic with tourist visa

  • South Korean citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Syrian Arab Republic. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
  • Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of South Korean citizens on the territory of Syrian Arab Republic is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

  1. Do citizens of Republic of Korea require a visa to visit the Syrian Arab Republic?

    South Korean citizens do not need a visa to visit the Syrian Arab Republic.

  2. What happens if a South Korean passport holder stays in Syrian Arab Republic longer than the visa-free period allowed?

    Overstaying visa-free entry to Syrian Arab Republic is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Syrian Arab Republic is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

  3. Do citizens of Republic of Korea need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Syrian Arab Republic without a visa?

    Syrian immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

  4. What documents are required for South Korean citizens to enter Syrian Arab Republic without a visa?

    South Korean citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Syrian Arab Republic.

  5. Can South Korean work or study during the visa-free stay in Syrian Arab Republic?

    The Syrian Arab Republic visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Syrian Arab Republic South Korean citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.