🇸🇾 Is Syria safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Syria: 16 diplomatic missions from 16 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Syria
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- FCDO advises against all travel to Syria due to unpredictable security and terrorist threat
- No British consular support is available inside Syria; call FCDO London: +44 (0)20 7008 5000
- Travel insurance may be void if you travel to Syria against FCDO advice
- Be prepared for flight cancellations and airspace closures across the Middle East region
- Travel strongly discouraged except in cases of absolute necessity due to ongoing regional conflict
- Damascus airport has limited operations; flights from Aleppo connect to Bucharest, Istanbul, Amman and Jeddah
- Masnaa border crossing between Syria and Lebanon is open but subject to temporary closures
- Spanish nationals should register with the Spanish Embassy consular registry in Syria
Risk areas and situations
- Entire Syrian territory is considered high-risk due to volatile security conditions
- Since 8 July, Iran has launched strikes on US military and civilian targets across the region
- Areas near security or military facilities carry specific risk and should be avoided
- Escalation risk remains across the broader Middle East, with potential for unforeseen attacks
- The entire country is affected by a regional armed conflict requiring permanent high alert
- Gatherings, demonstrations and protests must be avoided throughout the country
- Movements should be restricted to essential travel only across all Syrian territory
Health
- Travelers on medical treatment should ensure adequate supply of medication before entering the country
Emergency numbers in Syria
Embassies and consulates in Syria
16 diplomatic missions from 16 countries, across 2 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | Damascus |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 1 | Damascus |
| 🇧🇬 Bulgaria | 1 | Arnus square |
| 🇧🇾 Belarus | 1 | Damascus |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Damascus |
| 🇨🇿 Czechia | 1 | Damascus |
| 🇩🇰 Denmark | 1 | Damascus |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | 1 | Damascus |
| 🇬🇷 Greece | 1 | Damascus |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 1 | Damascus |
| 🇮🇳 India | 1 | Damascus |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | 1 | Damascus |
…and 4 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Syria is Arabic. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Arabic, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Syria safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Syria is 3.82/4 (Do not travel, level 4 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Syria?
The general emergency number in Syria is 110. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Syria?
Telcomia tracks 16 diplomatic missions from 16 countries in Syria, across 2 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.