Syrian Visa in Beirut
Dec 20, 2010 | 5:09 am
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Syrian Visa in Beirut
Does anyone know if it's possible to obtain a visa for Syria in Beirut, and if so, how long it takes to get one? Australians still apparently require one, and I see there is a possibility for a day trip to Damascus from Beirut. I'd like to be able to decide at the time whether I will/can do it or not, so it would be ideal if I could obtain the visa in Beirut rather than in Australia.
Dec 21, 2010 | 4:30 am
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I don't think so. Syria generally requires one to get a visa in one's country of residence. You could try sweet-talking them in the consulate (and please let us know what happens if you do), but I would not expect success.
Dec 21, 2010 | 1:21 pm
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mecabq is correct but there are ways around that (somewhat costly and time consuming). Also, the embassy here in Beirut is very much a "token" embassy so I suggest you get your visa in Australia.
