Why not to go to Syria?


Why not to go to Syria? The US Department of State currently recommends US citizens DO NOT TRAVEL to Syria due to terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, armed conflict, and risk of unjust detention.


What should you not do in Syria?

  • Avoid talking about the Syrian political situation unless your counterpart initiates the conversation. ...
  • Avoid saying anything that could be taken as insulting or derogatory. ...
  • Avoid asking questions about a Syrian man's female family members. ...
  • Do not patronise or talk down to a Syrian for having poor English skills.


Can British people enter Syria?

The FCDO advise against all travel to Syria. The information on this page covers the most common types of travel and reflects the UK government's understanding of the rules currently in place. Unless otherwise stated, this information is for travellers using a full 'British Citizen' passport.


Is Syria safe now 2023?

Avoid high-risk areas: Avoid areas with ongoing conflicts or high levels of violence and terrorist attacks. This includes Northern Syria near the borders with Turkey, North East Syria near the borders with Iraq, and East Syria near Lebanon. Also avoid the cities of Idlib, Raqqah, and Rojava.


What countries can enter Syria?

Visa-exempt foreign nationals : Algeria, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Mauritania, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates and Yemen. Holders of a passport from any state (except from the United States) who are born in one of these countries are also exempt from visa.


Can people still go to Syria?

We continue to advise, do not travel. The security situation remains extremely volatile. If you're in Syria, you should leave as soon as possible (see 'Safety'). Entry and exit measures for Syria may change without notice.


Is it safe to go to Egypt?

Egypt is nearly crime-free. Most crime is petty theft, with little violent crime. Still, you need to keep alert when walking through densely populated areas of Cairo or Alexandria, just as you would in other large urban areas around the world.