Foreign Ministry communication
08 December 2024 News
In connection with the seriously deteriorated security situation in Syria in recent hours, the Foreign Ministry strongly recommends Bulgarian citizens residing in the country not to leave their homes until public order is normalised.
The Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Damascus is in constant contact with Bulgarian citizens and their family members who have sought assistance for their removal from Syria. The security situation will be monitored with caution and, if the opportunity arises, the necessary action will be taken to ensure the safe departure of those who wish to leave the country.
For information: according to the State Police-Damascus as from 12.00 am on 8 December 2024, 15 Bulgarian citizens and their family members have sought assistance for removal from the country. According to the local authorities, a total of 71 Bulgarian citizens reside in the country on a permanent or long-term basis.