getting visa at the boder as an American

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basala77
basala77

Is it possible to get Syrian visa at Turkish border with American passport?

Thanks in advance.

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marcopoloo
marcopoloo

Most western countries nationals do get VOA at land borders in Syria including the Americans they have to wait a few hours to get the approval for visa by fax from Damascus.
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vandorboy
vandorboy

yes, 20 minutes, 26 dollar

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wanderinggurl
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It's MUCH cheaper on the border (I think we paid $16 a year ago) for a few hours wait. There was no hassle and no problems. Just make sure you have US dollars to pay with.

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marcopoloo
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I endorse post # 4 figures.

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dubinnyc
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I think #3 is grossly underestimating the wait for the majority of people.

If you search, most of experiences state that its possible to get the visa, that its only $16 (they charge $131 if you go through the embassy), but you will wait somewhere on average between 5 to 8 hours for it to be processed.

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nyc_girl_115
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It can be done. I did it twice this fall. Each time waited 2-4 hours. $16. Very friendly, no hassle, no problem. Just burueacracy.

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