Syria
Syrian Arab Republic
People: Syrian
Syria is located in Western Asia and has a population of around 25.6 million. Its capital city is Damascus, and the most widely spoken official language is Arabic.
By the numbers, Syria is the 57th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.32% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 87th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 138 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Syria — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Syrian Arab Republic |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Damascus |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Western Asia |
| Population | 25,620,000 |
| Area | 185,180 km² |
| Currency | Syrian pound (SYP) £ |
| Official Language | Arabic |
| Dialling Code | +963 |
| Internet TLD | .sy |
| Timezone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | SY / SYR |
| Borders | Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Syria
What is the capital and currency of Syria?
The capital of Syria is Damascus and the currency is the Syrian pound (SYP), symbol £.
What is the capital of Syria?
The capital of Syria is Damascus.
What currency does Syria use?
Syria uses the Syrian pound (SYP, symbol: £).
What language do they speak in Syria?
The official language of Syria is Arabic.
What is the dialling code for Syria?
The international dialling code for Syria is +963.
What side of the road does Syria drive on?
Syria drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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