Syrian visa for Kuwaiti citizens
A visa is NOT required for Kuwaiti passport holders visiting Syria for a short-term stay: None.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Kuwaiti citizens to enter Syria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | None |
| Evisa | Syria e-visa for Kuwaiti citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Syria visa on arrival for Kuwaiti citizens | Not Available | |
Syria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Kuwaiti 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 Kuwait, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Syria nearest your place of residence.
- Doha: The Embassy of in Doha, ~ 597.43 kilometers (371.23 mi) away from Kuwait City, Kuwait. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 35 minutes).
- Amman: The Embassy of in Amman, ~ 1146.45 kilometers (712.37 mi) away from Kuwait City, Kuwait. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 35 minutes).
Syria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Syria diplomatic mission offices to Kuwait for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Kuwait traveling to Syria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Kuwait) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,507 | N/A |
| 2009 | 5,056 | 12.18% |
| 2010 | 7,093 | 40.29% |
| 2011 | 4,208 | -40.67% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Syria & Kuwait comparison
Syria's area is approximately 183,630 km2 (70,899 sq mi), while the area of Kuwait is approximately 17,820 km2 (6,880 sq mi). This means Kuwait is 10.30 times smaller than Syria.
As of October 2025, Syria's population is ~19.7 million people - 15,112,741 more people than the population of Kuwait.
We have highlighted Syria & Kuwait’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Syria | Kuwait | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 19,705,740 | 4,592,999 | 15.1 million more people live in Syria than Kuwait |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 45 | 39 | Syria has 6 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Kuwait. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 8 | 48 | Syria passport holders visit 40 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 71 | 70 | Syrian hosts 1 more foreign missions than Kuwait. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Kuwait travel to Syria in one year?
The number of visitors from Kuwait visiting Syria in 2011 was approximately 4,208.
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| Wind | 4.11 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 10:00 AM | |
Useful Information
- Damascus to Kuwait City: 1010.64 km (627.98 mi)
- Travel time: 2 hours 6 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025