Damascus, Syria – Syria’s transitional government issued new swimwear regulations on Tuesday, requiring modest attire at public beaches and swimming pools to accommodate cultural, social, and religious sensitivities.
In a statement posted on Facebook, the Ministry of Tourism urged visitors to respect public guidelines, emphasizing that the dress code seeks to balance cultural diversity with public decency.
The ministry specified that swimwear such as burkinis or full-coverage suits should be worn at public beaches and pools. Women are also required to wear loose cover-ups when moving to and from swimming areas, while men must wear shirts outside the water and are prohibited from being bare-chested in public spaces like hotel lobbies and restaurants.
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The guidelines further mandate that outside of swimming areas, all visitors should wear loose clothing that covers shoulders and knees, avoiding sheer or excessively tight garments.
However, the ministry confirmed that Western-style swimwear, including bikinis and standard swimsuits, remains permitted at private beaches, high-end resorts, and four-star hotels and above.
The tourism sector has seen gradual recovery as Syria opens to more regional and international visitors, following years of conflict and sanctions.
