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Blocked in Syria. A community report in February 2026 confirmed that Oyster's help center explicitly lists Syria among sanctioned countries where it cannot hire, so companies cannot employ contractors or staff based in Syria through the platform. The block has been verified, but no outreach to the company has been made yet.
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Community report confirms Oyster HR explicitly blocks Syria as a sanctioned country. The help center page states: "Please note that we are unable to hire in the following sanctioned countries" and lists "Syrian Arab Republic." Companies cannot hire contractors or employees in Syria through the platf...
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If you're experiencing issues accessing OysterHR 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 Oyster 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, OysterHR 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 OysterHR directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.