Homs: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Homs, known in pre-Islamic times as Emesa, is a city in western Syria and the capital of the Homs Governorate. It is 501 m (1,644 ft) above sea level and is located 162 km (101 mi) north of Damascus.

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Now in the cityHoms+27°CCloudy · sunset 06:37 PMupdated 12:35 PM

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UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid all travelThe whole country is off limits.

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This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with changes made throughout, including terrorism in Syria, security situation, journalists in Syria and crime ('Safety and security' page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 4The authority advises against travel altogether.

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There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Do not travel to Syria for any reason due to the risk of terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, hostage taking, crime, and armed conflict . Advisory Summary Do not travel to Syria for any reason. The U.S. government suspended U.S. Embassy operations in 2012.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

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Homs: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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