I traveled to Syria under the permission program, when I came back there was an emergency in the family within the same calendar year from my last trip. Can I apply for an exceptional permit?
Yes, when there is an unforeseen emergency in the family (death, serious illness), an exceptional and expedite request can be placed to obtain a new permit, even if there was a permit issued and used earlier within the same calendar year. Please note in this case you have to provide official documents proving the emergency situation.