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Amazon Q Developer is blocked in Syria, as of .

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Each part of the service, checked from Syria.

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From Syria, the AWS Console that Amazon Q Developer requires returned an "Access Restricted" page. The page said Amazon does not provide services in the user's country or region, so the tool could not be used.

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Signing in to the AWS Console to use Amazon Q Developer was not possible from Syria. The sign-in link led straight to an "Access Restricted" regional block before any sign-in form appeared.

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Activity Summary

Blocked in Syria. Amazon acknowledged the request in February 2026 and forwarded it to its AWS development team, but repeated follow-ups through September have brought no decision.

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Community Updates

A community volunteer wrote to Amazon's EU privacy team asking it to review the country restriction, noting that Syria's designation as a state sponsor of terrorism was rescinded on 24 August 2026 and that the measures still in force target named individuals.

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If you're experiencing issues accessing Amazon Q Developer in Syria, you can reach out to their support team directly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, Amazon Q Developer is currently blocked in Syria. Users in Syria cannot access this service. We are tracking the situation and advocating for change.

Many international services blocked access to Syria due to previous sanctions and compliance policies. Even as sanctions are being reviewed, some companies have not yet restored access. Unblock Syria tracks these services and advocates for change.

You can help by voting on this page to show demand, sharing it on social media, and contacting Amazon Q Developer directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.