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in local currency
Local currency / ISO Code
Syrian pound SYP
Credit cards are rarely accepted. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Time difference with Switzerland
+ 1h
National language
Official language
Arabic
Language capabilities
English and French
Capital
Damascus (Dimashq)
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Voltage
220 volt / adapter recommended
Travel documents for Swiss citizens
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.
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Damaskus, 2 Shafi Street, East Mezze
Tel. +963 11 611 19 72 / +963 11 611 19 73 / +963 11 611 19 74
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Minimum risk of malaria.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Other information
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Opening hours
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)
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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