Canada passport → Syria
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Syria?
Canadian passport holders need a visa for Syria, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
Heads-up: some sources list this route as eVisa.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Syria at a glance
- Capital
- Damascus
- Currency
- Syrian pound (SYP)
- Languages
- Arabic
- Calling code
- +963
- Region
- Western Asia
Syria for other passports
- CanadaVisa required
IndiaeVisa
United StatesVisa on arrival30 days
United KingdomVisa on arrival30 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa on arrival
ChinaeVisa
SingaporeeVisa
PakistaneVisa
BangladesheVisa
Sri LankaeVisa
NepaleVisa
NigeriaeVisa
PhilippineseVisa
Nearby in Western Asia for Canadian passport holders
Common questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Syria?
Canadian passport holders need a visa for Syria, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Canadian citizens stay in Syria?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Canadian citizens get a visa on arrival in Syria?
Not under the standard rules.
How many countries can Canadian citizens visit without a visa?
155 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Canada passport ranks #9 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Canadian citizens (edited 10 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.