Syrian visa for Jamaican citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Jamaican passport holders visiting Syria for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Jamaican citizens to enter Syria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Syria e-visa for Jamaican citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Syria visa on arrival for Jamaican citizens | Not Available | |
Syria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Jamaican passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Syria.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Syria.
If you are looking for Syria visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Jamaica, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Syria nearest your place of residence.
- Havana: The Embassy of in Havana, ~ 771.22 kilometers (479.21 mi) away from Kingston, Jamaica. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 30 minutes).
- Caracas: The Embassy of in Caracas, ~ 1406.66 kilometers (874.06 mi) away from Kingston, Jamaica. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 30 minutes).
Syria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Syria diplomatic mission offices to Jamaica for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Jamaica traveling to Syria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Jamaica) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,344 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,874 | 12.20% |
| 2010 | 6,837 | 40.27% |
| 2011 | 4,056 | -40.68% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Syria & Jamaica comparison
Syria's area is approximately 183,630 km2 (70,899 sq mi), while the area of Jamaica is approximately 10,830 km2 (4,181 sq mi). This means Jamaica is 16.96 times smaller than Syria.
As of October 2025, Syria's population is ~19.7 million people - 16,679,428 more people than the population of Jamaica.
We have highlighted Syria & Jamaica’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Syria | Jamaica | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 19,705,740 | 3,026,312 | 16.7 million more people live in Syria than Jamaica |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 45 | 85 | Syria has 40 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Jamaica. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 8 | 58 | Syria passport holders visit 50 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 71 | 59 | Syrian hosts 12 more foreign missions than Jamaica. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Jamaica travel to Syria in one year?
The number of visitors from Jamaica visiting Syria in 2011 was approximately 4,056.
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Useful Information
- Damascus to Kingston: 11748.62 km (7300.25 mi)
- Travel time: 24 hours 28 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025