Syrian Arab Republic Aviation Permits
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Civil Aviation Authority
- Name: General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA)
- Website: https://www.scaa.gov.sy
- Contact: N/A - local agent required
Estimated Processing Time
Requirements by Operation Type
Private flights require full permits with no exemptions. Local agent mandatory. Insurance covering Syria specifically required.
All non-scheduled flights require both overflight and landing permits. Mandatory local agent or Commercial Bank of Syria deposit. Extended processing times common.
Very limited scheduled international services. Bilateral agreements required. All flights require permits.
Overflight Permit
- Required: Yes
- Authority: Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) / General Authority of Civil Aviation
- Lead Time: Minimum 48 hours for overflight; recommend 5 working days
- Validity: +48 hours from approved departure date
- Fees: Air navigation charges apply; must have credit at Commercial Bank of Syria Branch-6 or local agent to cover charges
All non-Syrian aircraft require overflight permits with no exemptions for GA or technical stops. A legal agent in Syria or a pre-funded account at the Commercial Bank of Syria is mandatory. Route planning should be done through Syria-experienced handlers.
Apply through an authorized local agent in Syria. Submit detailed flight itinerary with routing, aircraft registration, insurance certificates valid for Syria, noise and emissions certifications. Agent must be responsible for administrative and monetary affairs.
Landing Permit
- Required: Yes
- Authority: Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) / General Authority of Civil Aviation
- Lead Time: Minimum 72 hours; practical lead time 4-5 working days
- Validity: +48 hours from approved departure date
- Fees: Landing, parking, and navigation charges apply; pre-funded account or local agent required
All foreign aircraft landing at Syrian international airports must have a legal agent in Syria. No exemptions for technical stops. Insurance must specifically cover Syria.
Submit through authorized Syrian agent with detailed itinerary, routing, aircraft documentation, insurance covering Syria, crew details, passenger manifest, and purpose of flight. Pre-funded bank account or local agent guarantee required.
Cabotage
Strictly prohibited for foreign operators
General Remarks
Syria is subject to international sanctions from the EU and U.S. which significantly affect aviation operations. Airspace may have active conflict zones and NOTAMs. EASA has issued Conflict Zone Information Bulletins (CZIBs) for Syrian airspace. Operators should verify current airspace status before planning. Many Western operators avoid Syrian airspace entirely.