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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Syria.
Credit cards are rarely accepted. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Currency exchange or purchase on black market punishable by law.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts.
Travelers are advised to take cash in US dollar (USD).
Time difference with Switzerland
+ 1h
Capital
Damascus (Dimashq)
National language
Official language
Arabic
Language capabilities
English and French
Voltage
220 volt / adapter recommended
Opening hours
Banks
8.30 - 12.30 h (Sat - Thu)
Stores
9.00 - 13.30 h and 16.00/17.00 - 20.00/21.00 h (Sat - Thu)
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Minimum risk of malaria.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Damaskus, 2 Shafi Street, East Mezze
Tel. +963 11 611 19 72 / +963 11 611 19 73 / +963 11 611 19 74
Other information
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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