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Microsoft Store is currently blocked in Syria, as of .
Digital marketplace for apps, games, and content on Windows and Xbox
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Activity Summary
Blocked in Syria, documented in February 2026, with users unable to sign in or install apps. The team and community volunteers contacted Microsoft's export controls team repeatedly since February 2026; a compliance case covering Microsoft Store and LinkedIn was opened, and a follow-up in May 2026 requested an update, but no resolution has followed.
Contacted Company
Official outreach email sent from corporateaffairs@unblocksyria.com to eccn@microsoft.com. Microsoft Store was explicitly named alongside LinkedIn as a Microsoft product with Syria restrictions requiring review. The email argued for a single corporate-level compliance review.
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If you're experiencing issues accessing Microsoft Store 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 Microsoft can change that.
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- 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, Microsoft Store 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 Microsoft Store directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.