Syrian visa for Zambian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Zambian 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 Zambian citizens to enter Syria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Syria e-visa for Zambian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Syria visa on arrival for Zambian citizens | Not Available | |
Syria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Zambian 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 Zambia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Syria nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The Embassy of in Pretoria, ~ 1403.08 kilometers (871.83 mi) away from Lusaka, Zambia. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 8 hours 51 minutes).
- Cairo: The Embassy of in Cairo, ~ 4814.29 kilometers (2991.46 mi) away from Lusaka, Zambia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 21 minutes).
Syria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Syria diplomatic mission offices to Zambia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Zambia traveling to Syria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Zambia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 543 | N/A |
| 2009 | 609 | 12.15% |
| 2010 | 855 | 40.39% |
| 2011 | 507 | -40.70% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Syria & Zambia comparison
Syria's area is approximately 183,630 km2 (70,899 sq mi), while the area of Zambia is approximately 743,390 km2 (287,024 sq mi). This means Zambia is 4.05 times bigger than Syria.
As of October 2025, Syria's population is ~19.7 million people - 1,371,464 fewer people than the population of Zambia.
We have highlighted Syria & Zambia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Syria | Zambia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 19,705,740 | 21,077,204 | 1.4 million fewer people live in Syria than Zambia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 45 | 26 | Syria has 19 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Zambia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 8 | 45 | Syria passport holders visit 37 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 71 | 40 | Syrian hosts 31 more foreign missions than Zambia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Zambia travel to Syria in one year?
The number of visitors from Zambia visiting Syria in 2011 was approximately 507.
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Useful Information
- Damascus to Lusaka: 4921.51 km (3058.08 mi)
- Travel time: 10 hours 15 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025