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Blocked in Syria, with a community report in February 2026 confirming the Java download site is unreachable from Syrian connections. The team contacted the company in April 2026, in a consolidated request covering Java and related Oracle services, and is awaiting a response.
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Official outreach email sent to Oracle at export_ww@oracle.com requesting review of Syria IP restrictions for Java and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure under the current OFAC and BIS framework.
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If you're experiencing issues accessing Java in Syria, you can reach out to their support team directly.
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Sanctions are lifted. Most companies just haven't updated their policies. A word from inside Oracle can change that.
Tips for advocating
- Reach out to legal, compliance, or policy teams.
- Reference the lifted sanctions.
- Point to competitors who have already unblocked Syria.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, Java 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 Java directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.