Syria Opens Jisr Qammar Border Crossing with Lebanon

Opening Ceremony

Syria's General Authority for Border Crossings and Customs announced on Monday, 4 May 2025, the inauguration of the Jisr Qammar border crossing with the Lebanese Republic. The opening forms part of the Authority's broader efforts to expand border readiness and strengthen freedom of movement between the two countries.

The ceremony was attended by the Authority's Director of Relations, Mazen Alloush, and the Director of Passenger Affairs, Abdullah Shammatt, according to an official statement published on the Authority's platforms.

Passenger Traffic Resumes

The Authority confirmed that two-way passenger transit through the crossing has commenced following the completion of all operational and administrative arrangements required to ensure procedural efficiency and smooth traffic flow.

Procedures and Services in Place

To facilitate operations at the crossing, the Authority has introduced a set of measures and services, including:

• Simplified inspection procedures to accelerate processing times and reduce passenger waiting periods.
• Guidance and organizational services within the crossing to assist travelers.
• Enhanced security and service readiness calibrated to anticipated traffic volumes.

Lebanon Border Crossings: Recent Context

The Jisr Qammar opening follows the Authority's earlier inauguration of the Arida border crossing with Lebanon on 1 June 2025, which was also opened to passenger movement. The Authority stated that both steps respond directly to citizens' needs and aim to ensure the availability of border services during peak travel periods.

The Syrian Return Wave

Syria's border crossings have witnessed a significant influx of Syrians returning from abroad since the fall of the former regime in December 2024. The reopening of these crossings has enabled members of the diaspora to return home, whether for temporary visits or permanent resettlement. The Authority called on all travelers to comply with the established procedures to ensure unimpeded transit.