NinjaTrader
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Restricted for users in Syria. Thorough community testing in March 2026 found that accounts can be created with Syria selected, but identity verification fails, which blocks deposits, trading, and Kraken Pro and Kraken+ features; access only works through a VPN, across web, Android, and desktop. The restriction has been verified, but no outreach to the company has been made yet.
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Community testing confirmed that Kraken is restricted in Syria. Users can sign up with Syria selected as country of residence, but account verification fails immediately after registration (error modal) and later via settings where the Verification section fails to load. Without verification, deposi...
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If you're experiencing issues accessing Kraken 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 Kraken 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
Kraken is restricted in Syria. Access may require workarounds or may not be fully functional. We are monitoring the situation.
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 Kraken directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.