Saudi Arabia in Syria

Recent changes

• 6 Sep 2026: Ghazi al-Enezi, the new Ambassador of Saudi Arabia, presented credentials in Syrian Arab Republic. (source)
• 3 Sep 2026: The new Ambassador of Saudi Arabia presented credentials in Syrian Arab Republic. (source)
• 21 Oct 2025: Faisal bin Saud al-Mujfel, the new Ambassador of Saudi Arabia, presented credentials in Syrian Arab Republic. (source)
• 20 Oct 2025: Faisal bin Saud al-Mujfel, the new Ambassador of Saudi Arabia, presented credentials in Syrian Arab Republic. (source)
• 11 Oct 2025: Faisal Al-Mujfel, the new Ambassador of Saudi Arabia, presented credentials in Syrian Arab Republic. (source)

Frequently asked questions

How attractive is Saudi Arabia as a destination for visitors from Syria?

Saudi Arabia is increasingly attractive to visitors from Syria due to its rich cultural heritage and important religious sites. The country is actively investing in tourism infrastructure as part of its economic diversification strategy, making it a more appealing destination for a segment of the 21 million Syrians.

Please answer the following question: How safe is Saudi Arabia for tourists coming from Syria?

Saudi Arabia is generally considered safer for tourists compared to Syria. According to the Global Peace Index, Saudi Arabia ranks 100th out of 160 countries, while Syria ranks 153rd. In terms of murder rates, Saudi Arabia has a rate of 0.8 per 100,000 people, significantly lower than Syria's rate of 2.2. The Global Organized Crime Index also indicates that Saudi Arabia has lower indices for various crime categories compared to Syria. For example, the index for mafia groups is 3.0 in Saudi Arabia versus 4.5 in Syria, and for crime networks, it's 6.5 in Saudi Arabia compared to 9.0 in Syria. Overall, while no destination is without risk, Saudi Arabia presents a relatively safer environment for tourists coming from Syria.