Jdaidet Yabous – Masnaa
LebanonRif Dimashq · 33.6486° N, 36.0139° E
The main Beirut–Damascus route; roughly one hour from the capital.
Opening hours
Daily, approx. 06:00–23:00 (busiest 08:00–12:00)
Documents needed
- Passport valid 6+ months with two blank pages
- Visa on arrival for most nationalities — fee in cash US dollars
- Confirmed accommodation booking and onward travel
- Vehicle registration and green-card insurance if driving
Arida Crossing
LebanonTartus · 34.6403° N, 35.9847° E
Coastal crossing north of Tripoli, convenient for Tartus and Latakia.
Opening hours
Daily, approx. 07:00–20:00
Documents needed
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Visa on arrival, cash fee in US dollars
- Address of first night's stay in Syria
Nasib – Jaber Crossing
JordanDaraa · 32.5427° N, 36.1931° E
Main southern gateway on the Amman–Damascus highway.
Opening hours
Daily, approx. 08:00–18:00 (closes earlier on public holidays)
Documents needed
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Visa on arrival, cash fee in US dollars
- Two passport photographs (still requested at this desk)
- Vehicle papers and customs declaration for private cars
Dunes Boutique Hotel108 km away · Damascus · Boutique hotel
Verified by Dalil Syria
Reception Hours not published — call ahead
Beit Akbik108 km away · Damascus · Boutique hotel
Verified by Dalil Syria
Reception Hours not published — call ahead
Bab al-Hawa
TürkiyeIdlib · 36.2261° N, 36.6708° E
Closest crossing to Aleppo from Reyhanlı; procedures can be slow.
Opening hours
Daily, approx. 08:00–17:00
Documents needed
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Entry permit or visa arranged in advance for some nationalities
- Proof of onward travel and accommodation
Bab al-Salameh
TürkiyeAleppo · 36.6265° N, 37.0875° E
North of Aleppo, opposite Kilis; mainly used for regional traffic.
Opening hours
Daily, approx. 08:00–16:00
Documents needed
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Visa or entry approval depending on nationality
- Cash US dollars for fees
Kassab
TürkiyeLatakia · 35.9339° N, 35.9903° E
Mountain crossing above the coast, an hour from Latakia city.
Opening hours
Daily, approx. 08:00–18:00
Documents needed
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Visa on arrival for eligible nationalities
- Accommodation details for the coast
Semalka – Faysh Khabur
Iraq (Kurdistan Region)Al-Hasakah · 37.1361° N, 42.3556° E
River crossing in the far north-east; permits are checked strictly.
Opening hours
Daily except Fridays, approx. 08:00–15:00
Documents needed
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Prior entry approval — arrange before travelling
- Cash US dollars; no card payment at the pontoon crossing
No verified stay close by yet — the nearest options are in the governorate capital.
Damascus International Airport
Air gatewayAirportRif Dimashq · 33.4115° N, 36.5156° E
The country's main airport (DAM), about 30 km southeast of central Damascus on the airport highway.
Opening hours
Open 24 hours; airline desks follow the flight schedule
Documents needed
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Visa on arrival for eligible nationalities — cash fee in US dollars, or prior approval
- Confirmed accommodation and onward or return ticket
- Arrival card completed at passport control
Aleppo International Airport
Air gatewayAirportAleppo · 36.1807° N, 37.2244° E
Northern gateway (ALP), about 20 minutes from Aleppo's old city; schedules remain limited — confirm your flight before travelling.
Opening hours
Open for scheduled and chartered flights; check timings with the airline
Documents needed
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Visa on arrival for eligible nationalities, or entry approval arranged in advance
- Accommodation address in Aleppo and onward ticket
Deir ez-Zor Airport
Air gatewayAirportDeir ez-Zor · 35.2854° N, 40.1760° E
Eastern airport (DEZ) serving the Euphrates region; services restart gradually, so treat it as a secondary option after Damascus or Aleppo.
Opening hours
Limited service — flights are announced per schedule; verify before planning around it
Documents needed
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Entry approval or visa arranged in advance is strongly advised
- Cash US dollars for any on-arrival fees
No verified stay close by yet — the nearest options are in the governorate capital.
Hours are indicative and set locally; crossings can close at short notice for security or public holidays. Fees are payable in cash US dollars.
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