We continue to advise, do not travel. The security situation remains extremely volatile. If you're in Syria, you should leave as soon as possible (see 'Safety'). Entry and exit measures for Syria may change without notice.
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Syrian citizens must obtain a visa before entry into United States of America. Reach US embassy or consulate for the instructions how to apply the visa. Updated: 11/09/2023.
The U.S. Embassy in Syria is offering emergency appointments only for passport and citizenship services that require an in-person appearance. Please be aware that emergency appointment availability is extremely limited.
Should you travel to Egypt right now? Trips throughout primary tourist regions of Egypt are continuing to operate as usual. The country's alert level from the State Department also hasn't changed since July 13, and remains at a “Level 3: Reconsider Travel.”
There is no blanket advisory against travel to Turkey. However, the FCDO does advise against all travel within 10km of the border with Syria. It also warns against all non-essential travel to the city of Sirnak, close to the Syria and Iraq borders, and to the Hakkari province which has a border with both Iraq and Iran.
Avoid high-risk areas: Avoid areas with ongoing conflicts or high levels of violence and terrorist attacks. This includes Northern Syria near the borders with Turkey, North East Syria near the borders with Iraq, and East Syria near Lebanon. Also avoid the cities of Idlib, Raqqah, and Rojava.
Visa-exempt foreign nationals : Algeria, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Mauritania, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates and Yemen. Holders of a passport from any state (except from the United States) who are born in one of these countries are also exempt from visa.
U.S. passports are valid for travel to Iran. However, the Iranian government does not recognize dual nationality and will treat U.S.-Iranian dual nationals solely as Iranian citizens.
Iran is known for its low crime rate and the overall safety of its streets. Tourist areas, hotels, and transportation networks are well-maintained and secure. The country's strong emphasis on security measures provides a safe environment for travelers.
The short answer is yes. Dubai is safe for westerners, including Americans. Dubai is a Persian Gulf oasis that travelers ranked as one of the safest cities in the world in 2023: however, it's also important for westerners to also be aware of local laws and customs.