Overall Rank: #177 out of 199 countries
Syria ranks #177 out of 199 countries and territories in the Globevisa Passport Ranking, placing it in the low-ranking category. Across the five core dimensions — Mobility (#198), Governance (#186), Security (#110), Education (#165), and Quality of Life (#118) — Syria performs strongest in security (#110), followed by quality of life (#118). Its weakest dimension is mobility (#198).
Mobility: #198 (score 1/100), Governance: #186 (score 7/100), Security: #110 (score 45/100), Education: #165 (score 18/100), Quality of Life: #118 (score 41/100)
Syria ranks #177 globally in the 2026 Globevisa Passport Ranking, which evaluates 199 countries and territories worldwide. Unlike traditional passport indices that focus solely on visa-free destination counts, the Globevisa Passport Ranking provides a comprehensive structural assessment across five core dimensions: Mobility, Governance, Security, Education, and Quality of Life. Syria shows a relatively balanced profile across all dimensions. However, Education (#165) and Governance (#186) and Mobility (#198) represent structural areas of concern.
Country Overview: Syria is a conflict-affected nation with a highly restricted immigration environment and severe ongoing stability and economic challenges. / Limited mobility passport with restricted immigration pathways (Not currently recommended).
Identity Attributes: Not Recommended
Global Taxation: Yes (Worldwide Taxation)
Cost of Living: Low
Culture & Adaptation: Significant language barriers with limited English proficiency; high cultural distance due to strong traditional and religious norms; most suitable for those familiar with Levantine or Arabic cultures seeking a traditional social environment
Employment & Development: Economy transitioning toward reconstruction with focus on energy, infrastructure, and agriculture; specialized opportunities for foreign professionals in humanitarian, engineering, and development sectors; significant barriers include economic volatility, security-related vetting, and Arabic language requirements.
Holding a Syrian passport does not provide visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, or the United States, and formal visa applications are required for almost all major global destinations. Internationally, the passport is consistently ranked among the most restricted in terms of global mobility, reflecting limited diplomatic reach and significant security-related vetting. Given the complex geopolitical environment, the document faces intense scrutiny from Western immigration authorities, ensuring that any expansion of travel privileges or the introduction of visa-free agreements remains highly unlikely for the foreseeable future. Consequently, travelers should expect rigorous documentation requirements and thorough background checks when applying for international travel authorizations.
Syria's immigration laws and policies are currently in a state of significant transition and are considered relatively volatile following the recent establishment of a transitional government. The administration has already implemented multiple restructurings of visa fees and entry requirements, with some reports indicating inconsistent enforcement at border crossings. Prospective applicants may face substantial risks related to evolving regulatory frameworks and potential international compliance scrutiny as the country works to stabilize its institutional governance.
Syria is currently navigating a fragile transitional period characterized by significant political shifts and ongoing security challenges following the establishment of a new government in late 2024. While urban centers like Damascus have seen some improvement in daily order, safety risks remain high and vary significantly by region, with the northeast and certain southern areas experiencing more frequent armed conflict and insurgent activity. Institutional safeguards are in a state of development, as the transitional administration works to reform policing and legal structures that currently lack the robust enforcement and independent oversight necessary for comprehensive personal and property protection.