In May 2025, the Trump administration announced the lifting of broad economic sanctions—a pivotal step toward fostering bilateral cooperation. This decision, aimed at alleviating humanitarian suffering and supporting Syria’s post-war recovery, was contingent on Syria’s commitment to counterterrorism and regional stability.
While challenges persist, including the expulsion of foreign fighters and addressing Israel’s occupation of the Golan Heights, Syria has taken initial steps to meet U.S. demands, such as curbing militant activities and engaging in security dialogues.
The U.S. has emphasized collaboration in rebuilding infrastructure, combating extremist groups like ISIS, and integrating Kurdish-led forces into governance structures. Despite lingering concerns over human rights and the influence of former jihadist factions within Syria’s new leadership, both nations have expressed optimism about economic partnerships and regional diplomacy.
As Syria transitions toward stability, the U.S. remains cautiously engaged, balancing strategic interests with the imperative to avoid past missteps. This evolving partnership reflects a mutual commitment to peace, prosperity, and a shared vision for a secure Middle East.
Service Overview
This website is provided by the US Arab Chamber of Commerce. USACC offers expedited legalization services. We handle corporate, federal, commercial, and personal document certifications at the Embassy and Consulates of Syria. Our services ensure your documents meet all authentication requirements for use in Syria. Please note that all inquiries regarding visas, passports, or other personal consular matters must be directed to the Embassy directly. The telephone number is listed to the right side.
Syria Embassy Legalization
Corporate Documents: (Notarized / Certified Copies)
- Requirement: Must be signed and notarized.
- Examples: Agreements, Contracts, Power of Attorney, Articles of Incorporation, Certificates of Formation, and other business-related documents.
- Process: USACC certifies documents through the court and Secretary of State of Maryland, then submits them to the Embassy of the Syria for legalization. After approval, the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce affixes its official stamp before returning the finalized documents to the applicant.
| Service | Fees | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Service fee | $115 | - |
| Maryland notary, court and state fees | $15 | 1 |
| U.S. Arab chamber of commerce stamp | $35 | 1 |
| U.S. Department of State fee | $20 | 9 |
| Total | $185 | 11 business days |
Documents already certified by a Secretary of State.
If your corporate or personal documents have already been certified by the local Secretary of State, USACC can assist with the remaining stages of authentication through the U.S. Department of State and final legalization at the Embassy of the Syria in Washington, D.C.
| Service | Fees | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Service fee | $115 | - |
| U.S. Arab chamber of commerce stamp | $35 | 1 |
| U.S. Department of State fee | $20 | 9 |
| Total | $170 | 10 business days |
Federally issued Documents
- Examples: FDA, USDA, USPTO, and other U.S. federal agency documents.
- Process: USACC coordinates the authentication process through the Maryland State Court, the U.S. Department of State, and the Embassy of the Syria in Washington, D.C. Documents are finalized with the official Chamber of Commerce stamp before being returned.
| Service | Fees | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Service fee | $115 | - |
| U.S. Arab chamber of commerce stamp | $35 | 1 |
| U.S. Department of State fee | $20 | 9 |
| Total | $170 | 10 business days |
Stamp Document Legalization
If your document requires a Chamber of Commerce stamp to complete the legalization process, the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce (USACC) provides this service to validate authenticity and ensure compliance with Syria consular requirements.
- Examples: Corporate, commercial, and other notarized documents intended for use in the Syria that have been processed through the appropriate state or federal authorities.
- Process: USACC reviews the submitted document to confirm eligibility, affixes the official Chamber of Commerce stamp, and prepares it for submission to the Embassy of the Syria or for final use in the Syria.
| Service | Fees | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Arab chamber of commerce stamp | $35 | 1 |
| Total | $35 | 1 business days |
To begin, identify the type of documents you need to legalize and ensure that all requirements for your document category are met. Once ready, prepare a package that includes: :
- Documents intended for use in the Syria, prepared according to the listed requirements.
- A Service Request Form containing your contact details and clearly indicating “Syria” as the destination country.
- A Check or Money Order for the total fees, made payable to “U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce.”.
- A Prepaid Return Envelope with a valid tracking number (FedEx, DHL, UPS, or USPS).
Send the complete package to:
U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce
1330 New Hampshire Ave. NW, B1
Washington DC - 20036
T:
(202) 468-4200
E: info@usarab.com
Disclaimer
This website is managed by the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce to assist in document certification and legalization for use in the Syria. The U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce is not affiliated with the Embassy of the Syria in Washington, D.C.
