10 Countries Where Americans are Not Welcome in 2024

so you are American we don't want you here are you surprised don't be as popular as Americans are globally there are some places you shouldn't visit if you are a US citizen it's not all sunshine and rainbows everywhere and for various reasons some countries have a bit of Chilly air when it comes to rolling out the red carpet for folks from the USA so we would like it if you can get us 5,000 likes on this video even as we talk about the 10 countries where Americans are not welcome in 2024 number 10 Myanmar starting

with Myanmar as of 20124 this Southeast Asian Nation boasts a population of just under 55 million Souls now Myanmar isn't exactly handing out welcome drinks to Americans and there's a bit of history and current events to blame for that following the military coup in February 2021 the country has been in a state of turmoil with civil unrest and armed conflict becoming part of daily life for Americans thinking of visiting it's a maze of Visa applications and warnings the US government advises against travel to Burma due to these ongoing issues including arbitrary enforcement of local laws

and limited health care resources imagine needing a Visa that takes a minimum of three working days to process only to land in a place where you're advised not to travel plus there's the whole deal with the US imposing sanctions on Myanmar which doesn't exactly make American tourists popular guests at the party number nine Yemen now let's hop over to Yemen a country with a population estimated to be around 30 million Yemen is another spot where Americans might find the welcome mat a bit Dusty the country has been embroiled in a devastating conflict since 2015 leading

to a massive humanitarian crisis for Americans the idea of visiting Yemen is met with stern warnings about civil unrest terrorism kidnapping and armed conflict the US state department couldn't be clearer with its do not travel advisory getting a Visa as an American good luck Yemen's strict Visa policies coupled with the country's instability make it nearly impossible for casual tourism and even if you did manage to get in the hostility towards Americans due to perceived involvement in the conflict and drone strikes makes it a less than ideal vacation spot number eight Somalia next up is Somalia

a country with a population of about 15 million people now here's where things get a bit dicey for Americans the Genesis of the frosty reception can be traced back to various factors including political instability and security concerns in May 2022 President Joe Biden approved the redeployment of US soldiers to combat the al-shabab insurgents a move that while strategic from a defense standpoint doesn't exactly make American tourists the most popular guests at the party the Visa process is very stringent think of it as trying to thread a needle while riding a roller coaster possible but not

without its challenges hostilities can range from bureaucratic red tape designed to make your state less than Pleasant to outright security risks to your life it's a tough scene especially considering the humanitarian crisis unfolding there with Millions displaced and struggling for food not exactly the backdrop for a warm welcome number seven Venezuela Venezuela home to over 28 million people the relationship between the US and Venezuela has been to put it mildly strained economic sanctions political spats and a general air of mistrust have made Venezuela a challenging destination for Americans as of August 2023 the economic situation

has driven over 7.7 million people to leave the country proof of the dire circumstances many Venezuelans face for Americans looking to visit the Visa process is a puzzle of its own it's not just about filling out forms it's about navigating an inherent ly skeptical system if not outright hostile towards Americans once inside the High Cost of Living and high tension can make day-to-day interactions feel like walking on eggshells and with approximately 23,000 US citizens living in Venezuela mostly in the karacas area the community is there but so is the feeling of being unwelcome guests in

A house divided by politics and economic hardship number six Libya Libya is a country that's been through more plot twists than a season of Game of Thrones as of 2024 Libya boasts a population of about 7 million people now why might an American passport not be the golden ticket here well it's a cocktail of factors the US Department of State currently has a do not travel advisory for Libya due to a variety of dangers including crime terrorism civil unrest kidnapping and armed conflict but let's get into the nitty-gritty the relationship between the US and Libya

has been a roller coaster especially after the 2012 attack on the US mission in Benghazi this event was a turning point leading to heightened security concerns and making Libya a tough cookie for American Travelers the Visa process is super tough Americans looking to explore Libya face stringent visa requirements and the fact that the Libyan government doesn't allow entry to passports bearing is Israeli stamps adds another layer of complexity number five Syria Syria is a country with a rich culture and history sadly it's been overshadowed by conflict in recent years with a population grappling with the

realities of Civil War Syria is another spot where Americans might find the welcome mat rolled up the reasons similar to Libya but dial up the intensity the US has slapped a level four travel advisory on Syria citing risks of terrorism civil unrest kidnapping and armed conflict the Syrian government's stance towards Americans is hostile thanks to a complicated geopolitical chess game involving sanctions military actions and diplomatic standoffs the Visa process for Americans wanting to step into Syria is like finding a needle in a hay stack the hoops and hurdles in the application process reflect the strained

relations between the two countries and if you somehow manag to get in the environment can be less than welcoming due to the ongoing conflict and general suspicion towards foreigners particularly Americans this is because of the US's involvement in Regional politics over there number four Afghanistan when we talk about countries where Americans might not roll out the welcome mat Afghanistan tops many lists and for so many reasons with a population of about 38 million this country has been a focal point of geopolitical tensions for decades now why might an American get the cold shoulder in Afghanistan

for starters the US Department of State currently recommends that US citizens do not travel to Afghanistan due to terrorism risk of wrongful detention kidnapping and crime it's like the country is saying visit at your own risk but with a tone that strongly suggests please don't The Advisory isn't just for show it's backed by a grim reality where multiple terrorist groups are active and Americans are prime targets for kidnapping and wrongful detentions imagine planning a trip only to find out you're on the most wanted list for a group you've never even heard of the Visa process

for Americans wanting to enter Afghanistan is to put it mildly daunting while US citizens must have a valid passport and Afghan visa to enter and exit those arriving without a valid Visa face deportation or confiscation of their passport and heavy fines it's like the country's way of saying forget something too bad and if you thought getting a visa on arrival might be your backdoor entry think again that process involves letters from the ministry of Tourism or the ministry of information and culture and tourist visas are usually single entry valid for 3 months with a 1-month

authorized stay but let's not paint an entirely Bleak picture the relationship between Afghanistan and the United States has layers like an onion peel back the layers and you'll find a history of diplomatic ties dating back to 1,935 with moments of cooperation and mutual support however the overarching narrative especially post 2001 feedback following the US invasion to house the Taliban and combat Al-Qaeda has been one of tension and conflict this military involvement aimed at self-defense after the September 11 attacks marked a significant Turning Point setting the stage for the current advisories against travel number three Iraq

Iraq with a population hovering around 40 million Souls has had a tumultuous relationship with the United States to say the least it all began with the 2003 us-led Invasion under the pretext of weapons of mass destruction since then the narrative between the two Nations has been complicated why aren't Americans welcome first off the Visa process it's like trying to solve a Rubik's cube blindfolded Americans can indeed get visas on arrival at airports but to get an exit stamp in your passport can be super tricky the visa application itself is a marathon not a Sprint it

normally takes around 12 working days to process requiring a valid passport it's less welcome to Iraq and more prove why we should let you in but it's not just the paperwork that can make Americans feel unwelcome the security situation is like walking on a tight RPP over a canyon with reports of government officials employing torture and other inhumane treatments and the presence of various armed groups it's a stark reminder that the country is still grappling with stability number two Iran Iran with a population hovering around 83 million Souls is a land of ancient history breathtaking

Landscapes and well complicated relations with the United States the Genesis of the frosty reception Americans might encounter dates back to the 1,979 Iran hostage crisis back then a group of Iranian students took over the US Embassy in tran leading to a 444-day standoff fast forward to today and the situation hasn't thawed much the US state department slaps a level four travel advisory on Iran which is basically their way of saying think twice before packing your bags for Tan but why such Stern advice for starters there's the risk of terrorism civil unrest and most notably the

arbitrary arrest and Detention of US citizens in fact it's not uncommon for Americans especially those holding dual nationality to to find themselves behind bars on charges ranging from Espionage to posing a threat to National Security now let's talk visas because oh boy getting into Iran as an American is no walk in the park the Visa process feels more like running a gauntlet if you're from the US expect to wait anywhere from 1 to 3 months just to hear back on your application and that's before you even step foot in the embassy which can take from

a few days to 2 weeks of waiting depending on how the stars align but here's one thing I should warn you about once you do manage to get that visa and land in Iran don't expect to swipe your Visa or Mastercard at the local Bazaar International credit and debit cards are not a thing here so you better stuff your pockets with cash unless you fancy a crash course in bartering despite all this Iran is not without its charms from the bustling markets of Tron to the historic ruins of pepolis there's a wealth of culture and

history to explore just remember as an American you are in a politically complex country and a geographically diverse country and while the average Iranian on the street might greet you with unmatched Hospitality you need to be super careful out there number one North Korea North Korea officially known as the Democratic People's Republic of Korea dprk has a population hovering around 25 million people this country is like that that one neighbor who doesn't come out to the block parties but watches everything from their window the relationship between the US and North Korea has been chaotic to

say the least with Decades of political tensions nuclear threats and a war that technically hasn't ended since an Armistice was signed in 1, 1953 now on to the juicy bits why are Americans not exactly welcomed with open arms in North Korea for starters the US government strongly advises against travel to North Korea due to the serious risk of arrest and long-term detention remember OT War beer an American student who ended up in a coma and later died after being detained in North Korea for allegedly trying to steal a propaganda poster that incident sent chills down

the spine of many and highlighted the extreme risks involved in visiting the country getting into North Korea isn't a walk in the park either since September 1 2017 the US has banned its citizens from using their passports to enter North Korea except under very specific circumstances this move essentially puts a giant do not enter sign on North Korea for American tourists and even before this ban snagging a Visa as an American was as tough as getting a straight answer from a politician you'd have to go through a specialized travel agency and be part of a

tightly controlled tour group always accompanied by a guide who ensures you don't step out of line literally and figuratively but let's say you do manage to get in the experience is unique there are strict rules about what you can and cannot do see or photograph want to have a chat with a local think again it's illegal to talk to North Koreans without authorization and forget about making jokes about the leadership or the country that could land you in hot water fast it's a level of control that that's hard for many Americans to Fathom coming from

a land where freedom of speech and movement are taken for granted in essence visiting North Korea as an American is like walking on eggshells while blindfolded you're never quite sure if your next step will be your last in terms of Freedom the stringent Visa process the potential for misunderstanding leading to detention and the overall atmosphere of surveillance make it a challenging destination and yet the Allure of the Forbidden can be tempting for some but remember curiosity killed the cat and in North Korea there might not be nine lives and if you want to know the

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