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24 Jun, 2026
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Partially blocked in Syria, reported by the community in February 2026: the booking platform works but does not list Syrian hotels or restaurants, effectively excluding Syria as a destination. A community volunteer contacted the company that same month, citing the lifting of sanctions and requesting a compliance review. There has been no response so far.
Contacted Company
A community volunteer emailed Agoda's Digital Services Act enquiries team at dsa.enquiries@agoda.com requesting a compliance review to restore access for users in Syria. The email cited the December 2025 U.S. Treasury announcement lifting the comprehensive trade embargo, referenced OFAC documentatio...
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Community member reported Agoda as limited in Syria. The travel booking platform works but does not list Syrian hotels or restaurants, effectively excluding Syria as a destination. Reported from Syria. No evidence screenshots were provided.
You can help change this. Syria's political situation has changed—all sanctions have been lifted. Many companies just haven't updated their policies yet. If you work at Agoda or know someone who does, share our resources with their legal or compliance team. Sometimes all it takes is one person asking the right question.
Tips for advocating: Reach out to legal, compliance, or policy teams. Reference the lifted sanctions. Point to competitors who have already unblocked Syria. Every voice matters.
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