Supporting journalists and the media in Syria
The TAWASUL ('connect') project in Syria receives £300,000 in British funding to train journalists and
strengthen the quality of the media sector
in the country.
Applications invited for Chevening Scholarships, 2010
The British Embassy invites
applications for its Chevening Scholarships
for 2010.
The impact of a global temperature rise
The impacts of climate change will be widespread across the globe. Our interactive map outlines some of the impacts that may occur if the global average temperature rises by 4 °C (7 °F).
UK in Syria
This site provides up-to-date, comprehensive information about the Embassy’s services and the UK’s bilateral relations with Damascus. An easy search will take you to a range of official information and to links to other websites about Britain. For information on English language learning and teaching, examinations, information services, education and cultural activities in Syria check out the British Council website. The British Council is the United Kingdom’s international agency for educational opportunities and cultural relations.
Simon Collis, British Ambassador to Syria
"I am very happy to return to Syria, the country where I first studied the Arabic language over 25 years ago, and which I have regularly visited since. I return at an important time for our relations, and for the region."The UK in action across the Middle East
The UK is committed to supporting the Middle East Peace Process.
Registering with us
We have set up an online registration service-LOCATE for British nationals.
Act on Copenhagen
The UK Government is committed to pushing for that global deal that meets the science of the climate challenge. Find out about
our dedicated campaign website
.
LATEST NEWS
Foreign Secretary in Jordan to discuss Middle East Peace
3 November 2009
David Miliband travelled to Amman in Jordan on 3 November for meetings with HM King Abdullah II and other officials focusing on the Middle East Peace Process.
Worsening situation in Jerusalem
29 October 2009
The Foreign Secretary spoke to Prime Minister Fayyad on 28 October to discuss the worsening situation in Jerusalem.
Contact us
British Embassy, Damascus, Syria
British Embassy
Kotob Building
Mohd Kurd Ali Street
Malki
P O Box 37
Damascus
Damascus
Telephone:
(963) (11) 339 1513
Fax:(963) (11) 392 1873
GMT:
Sun-Wed: 0600-1330
Thurs: 0600-1200
Local Time:
Sun-Wed: 0800-1530
Thurs: 0800-1400
The Visa Application Centre is open Sunday to Thursday 9 AM to 4 PM. Customers must schedule an appointment in advance online or by calling the Centre's helpline on +963 116125270 or +963 11 6125271. Customers can check on the website to seewhat documents are required for visa applications and to track the status of their application online.
