A Bridge to Your Loved Ones and Homeland
Despite the distance and circumstances, the bond between Syrians at home and those abroad in Europe and Canada remains strong. Whether you’re waiting for a passport renewal or craving the taste of Aleppo za’atar or laurel soap, finding a reliable shipping company is your biggest challenge.
The market is filled with fake offers, delays, and overpriced global couriers.
In this 2026 guide, Turk Marsal offers safe, reliable logistics solutions to deliver your packages from your family’s hands in Syria to your doorstep in Europe—with affordable pricing and service you can count on.
1. What Can We Ship from Syria? (Our Services)
We divide our shipping services into two main categories, each with different routes and pricing:
1. Document Shipping (DOCS) 📄
This is the lifeline service for expats. It includes:
- Passports (renewals or newly issued)
- University degrees and certified transcripts
- General or special power of attorney documents
- Family records and civil registry extracts
✅ Our edge: We use express courier lines with a tracking number active from pickup in Damascus until final delivery.
2. Parcel & Goods Shipping (Non-Docs) 📦
This includes personal items and gifts sent by family:
- Clothing and textiles: Syrian cottonwear, embroidered garments
- Dry pantry goods (with conditions): za’atar, dried molokhia, herbs, coffee (must be vacuum-packed)
- Gifts: handicrafts, laurel soap, books
2. Shipping Prices from Syria to Europe (2026) ✈️
(Prices are approximate in USD for transparency due to Syrian exchange rate fluctuations)
We’ve studied the market (Talia, Ajnihat Al-Sharq, Al-Mansour) to bring you packages that balance affordability with speed.
Zone 1: Western Europe (Most Requested)
Countries: Germany 🇩🇪 – Netherlands 🇳🇱 – Belgium 🇧🇪 – Austria 🇦🇹
| Type | Weight | Estimated Price | Transit Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Documents | Envelope (0.5 kg) | $30 – $40 | 10 – 15 days |
| Parcels (economy) | 5 – 10 kg | $5.5 – $6.5 per kg | 12 – 18 days |
| Parcels (express) | 20+ kg | $5 per kg | 10 – 14 days |
Zone 2: Scandinavia & Southern Europe
Countries: Sweden 🇸🇪 – France 🇫🇷 – Italy 🇮🇹 – Spain 🇪🇸 – Denmark 🇩🇰
| Type | Weight | Estimated Price | Transit Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Documents | Envelope (0.5 kg) | $40 – $50 | 12 – 18 days |
| Personal Parcels | Minimum 10 kg | $6.5 – $8 per kg | 15 – 20 days |
Zone 3: North America (Distant Shipping) 🇨🇦🇺🇸
Shipping to these destinations requires special procedures and transit via a third country (usually Turkey or Lebanon).
- Rate: $12 – $15 per kg (for weights over 10 kg)
- Transit Time: 20 – 30 days
💡 Important Note: Prices include door-to-door delivery in most European cities, but do not include any customs fees imposed by the destination country. (Personal goods under low value are usually exempt in Europe.)
3. Prohibited Items for Shipment from Syria 🚫
To avoid confiscation or fines, please inform your family not to include the following items in parcels:
- Liquids and oils: Olive oil, alcohol-based perfumes, liquid jams. (Only completely dry goods allowed.)
- Money, gold, silver: Strictly prohibited—do not send cash or precious items by mail.
- Meat and dairy: Wet shanklish, cheese, dried meats are banned under EU and Canadian customs.
- Medicine: Only small quantities for personal use are allowed, with a clear doctor’s prescription. Otherwise, they will be seized.
- Batteries: Devices with lithium batteries (power banks, laptops) require special and costly shipping arrangements.
4. How Does the Process Work? (From Damascus to Berlin)
We understand the challenges of domestic travel, so we’ve made the process simple:
- Local drop-off:
Families can deliver packages to our offices or agents in:- Damascus (Al-Hariqa / Al-Marjeh)
- Aleppo (Al-Jamilia)
- Or ship them to us from other provinces (Homs, Latakia, Tartous) via local transport like Kadmous
- Secure packaging:
At our office, we repackage fragile items and vacuum-seal clothes and food items to reduce volume and prevent damage. - Flexible payment:
- Option 1: Family pays in Syria (in SYP or USD based on current market rate)
- Option 2 (most popular): Reverse Payment – We pick up the parcel from your family, and you pay the shipping fee to us in Turkey or Europe. (This removes the burden of payment from your family.)
- Tracking: We send you a live tracking link once your parcel is dispatched—all the way to your door.
5. Frequently Asked Questions About Shipping from Syria
Q: Can I ship makdous (pickled eggplants)?
A: Unfortunately, no. Makdous contains oil, which is prohibited in air cargo due to its flammable and leakable nature.
Instead, we recommend shipping dried eggplants and walnuts, and you can add oil once it arrives in Europe.
Q: What’s the minimum weight allowed?
A:
- For documents: No minimum weight.
- For parcels: Minimum charge is 5 kg. You can send less, but you’ll be charged for 5 kg.
Q: Can deliveries reach remote towns and villages in Europe?
A: Yes, we partner with local couriers (e.g., DHL Parcel or national postal services) to deliver to any registered address in Europe or Canada.
Q: How long does it take for official documents to reach Germany?
A: Our express document shipping takes 10–15 business days.
We recommend shipping well in advance of embassy appointments or government deadlines to account for any transit delays.
In Conclusion…
Distance may be great, but Turk Marsal brings you closer.
Reassure your family, prepare your items, and let us handle the delivery.
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