Is AWS available in Syria?

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

Why is AWS blocked in Syria?

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.

How can I help unblock AWS in Syria?

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

AWS

BlockedContacted

Suggest Correction Visit Site

Amazon's comprehensive cloud computing platform for infrastructure, storage, and services

Suggest Correction Visit Site

Amazon's comprehensive cloud computing platform for infrastructure, storage, and services

Last Updated

24 Jun, 2026

Progress Timeline

Activity Summary

Blocked in Syria: the marketing site loads, but the actual cloud services, including the console, APIs, and infrastructure, remain blocked, as documented in February 2026. The team and community volunteers contacted Amazon repeatedly since February 2026; Amazon's executive customer relations acknowledged the request and forwarded it internally, but no resolution has followed.

31 Mar, 2026

Contacted Company

Official outreach email sent to Amazon/AWS (aws-eu-privacy@amazon.com) requesting a review of Syria IP restrictions across all Amazon-owned services. The email details how the comprehensive U.S. Syria sanctions framework was fully dismantled in 2025, references Executive Order 14312, OFAC removal of...

Work at AWS? Know someone who does?

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 AWS 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.

View Legal Resources

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.

Contact AWS Support:

Support Page