Is Meta available in Syria?

Meta has limited access in Syria. Some features or regions may be restricted. Check this page for the latest status updates.

Why is Meta 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 Meta in Syria?

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

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Progress Timeline

3 Mar, 2026

Contacted Company

A community volunteer emailed Meta's privacy team at privacy@fb.com requesting that Facebook restore full access for users in Syria following the OFAC and EU sanctions lift. The email referenced the updated regulatory framework and asked Meta to review its geo-blocking policies for Syrian users.

21 Feb, 2026

Company Responded

A community volunteer contacted Meta support via Messenger and received responses from two separate support agents. Both agents confirmed that Syria has been removed from Meta's internal blocked countries list approximately one week after the end of the conflict. However, they noted that previously ...

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19 Jan, 2026

Investigated

Meta/Facebook has partially reopened some services in Syria, such as limited advertising, but most tools, networks, and integrations including monetization services, marketplaces, Instagram business features, and blue badge verification remain blocked, despite Syria no longer being internally classi...

Work at Meta? 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 Meta 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.

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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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