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Syrians in Libya Granted Residency Relief Until End of 2025

September 17, 2025
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shibani

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shibani

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Syria has welcomed a decision by Libya’s Government of National Unity (GNU) to exempt Syrian nationals from paying residency fines and overdue fees through the end of 2025, describing it as a significant step that strengthens ties between the two countries and eases the daily lives of Syrians living in Libya.

In a statement, Syria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the move reflects “the depth of brotherly relations” and offers vital support to the Syrian community by making it easier to settle residency matters without financial or legal obstacles.

The decision follows months of diplomatic engagement between Damascus and Tripoli aimed at restoring relations after more than a decade of estrangement. Earlier this year, Syria sent a delegation to Tripoli to help regularize the status of its nationals and provide urgent consular services.

On August 20, Syria officially reopened its embassy in Tripoli after 13 years of closure, marking a milestone in the revival of bilateral ties. Days later, Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shibani met with Waleed Al-Lafi, Libya’s Minister of State for Communication and Political Affairs, where both sides agreed to accelerate measures granting exemptions to Syrians facing residency penalties.

Thousands of Syrians currently reside in Libya, many of whom have struggled with expired documents and steep fines, particularly amid the challenges of ongoing conflict and administrative delays in both countries. The exemption provides them with an opportunity to resolve their legal status without the burden of accumulated fees.

Syria praised the GNU’s decision as a humanitarian gesture and a political signal of renewed Arab solidarity. For Libya, the step is part of broader efforts to manage its expatriate communities while strengthening diplomatic ties with regional partners.

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