Can convicted felons go to other countries?

After completing their sentence and post-prison sentence, such as probation, felons can travel outside the United States. The Fifth Amendment protects this right.


What countries are felons not allowed in?

Here is a list of countries that don't allow convicted felons to enter:
  • Argentina.
  • Australia.
  • Canada.
  • China.
  • Cuba.
  • India.
  • Iran.
  • Israel.


What countries accept felons?

There are plenty of countries that do not ask a U.S. citizen for a visa when visiting them. So, any persons with a valid U.S. passport can enter without issues, even a convicted felon.
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Some of these nations include the following:
  • Caribbean countries.
  • Mexico.
  • Columbia.
  • Ecuador.
  • Peru.
  • Venezuela.
  • European countries.
  • South Africa.


Can felons get a passport?

According to USA Today, most felons can get a passport without a problem. This is assuming a person is not currently awaiting trial, on probation or parole or otherwise banned from leaving the country.

Can felons fly to Europe?

A U.S. ex-felon can travel to Europe, but beginning in 2023, they will have to register for an ETIAS visa waiver. The application process will include security checks. The reason for this procedure is to ensure safety for European citizens in the wake of terrorist threats in recent years.


Can Felons Travel Out The Country?



Why can't felons go to Japan?

Japan. Japan allows visits of up to 90 days without a visa. However, a visa is required for a longer stay, and visitors who have been imprisoned for more than a year (or have a drug-related conviction) are likely to be denied a visa.

Can I go to Italy with a felony?

Some countries, like the United States and Canada, are notoriously strict when it comes to granting visas to felons. Fortunately, that is not entirely the case in Europe (and therefore, Italy). A criminal conviction does not represent a reason for denial of your visa or travel permit per se.

Can you go to the Bahamas as a felon?

Unless the Bahamas was notified of his crime (unlikely), there should be no issue. The Bahamas immigration form does not ask if you have any convictions and unless the immigration officer has reason to ask, it is not a question you are likley to be asked.


Can a US felon go to Jamaica?

Once you've secured your supervisor's permission, you can rest easy knowing that a felon can go to Jamaica with just a passport for periods shorter than 90 (ninety) days. You will need to stay in contact with the probation officer for the duration of the trip.

Can felons go to Dubai?

As a tourist, you would be allowed to enter Dubai with a criminal record as long as you have served the entirety of the sentence. Provided the crime was not committed in Dubai, you would be free to enter for holiday purposes.

Can felons go to Puerto Rico?

Since Puerto Rico is an American Territory the travel requirements are no different than visiting any state in the Union you need a valid form of ID.


Can felons go on a cruise?

In short: Felons can travel on cruises with or without a passport but need to factor in the type of cruise and the documentation they may or may not need for the journey. They will also be restricted in some instances as to where they can and can't go because of their criminal record.

Do Canada accept felons?

Any American that has a felony conviction on their criminal record may not be permitted entry into Canada unless they have received special permission from the Canadian Government.

Can you live in Mexico with a felony?

The Mexican Embassy says you will be denied entry if you have been convicted of serious crimes such as murder, terrorism, and drug trafficking, among others. Obviously, traveling to Mexico with a criminal record can be a huge risk for felons. Here are a few potential outcomes.


Can a US felon go to Thailand?

If you have a major felony on your record, very likely the Thai Authorities can use that to deny you entry to the Kingdom or to revoke your lawful status in the Kingdom if you are in non-immigrant status or tourist visa status or visa exemption status, and deport you. But this is important: except for petty offenses.

What countries can you visit with a criminal record?

Firstly, there are some countries where a person's criminal history is not queried, or where a visa is not required at all.
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Countries that do not require a visa or do not query a traveller's criminal record history include:
  • Argentina.
  • Brazil.
  • Cambodia.
  • Dubai.
  • Mexico.
  • Singapore.
  • Thailand.
  • Vietnam.


Can you travel to Mexico with a criminal record?

Immigration authorities may decide to refuse the request to enter the country if the applicant is subject to criminal process or has been convicted of a serious crime as defined by national laws on criminal matters or provisions in international treaties or conventions that the Mexican State is party to, or if the ...


Can I go to England with a felony?

Those seeking permission to enter the UK will normally be refused if they have previously been convicted of a criminal offence punishable by at least 12 months imprisonment.

Can a felon go to Canada after 10 years?

You can be “deemed rehabilitated” if enough time has passed since your conviction, or since all conditions of your sentence have been met. The standard amount of time is 10 years. So if it has been 10 years or more since you committed a crime or completed a sentence for a crime, you may be able to enter Canada.

Do countries share criminal records?

Most foreign officials do not check for criminal records, but they have every right to do so if they choose. Each country can handle criminal records however they want, depending on their laws. INTERPOL tracks international criminal records in their database for all participating countries.


How can a felon travel the world?

Felons can travel outside the country after completing their sentence or post prison sentence such as probation or electronic monitoring. The fifth amendment protects your right to travel. A felony conviction may disqualify you from getting a visa. If you have completed your sentence, you may apply for a passport.

What can a felon not do in the US?

Florida law deprives convicted felons of certain Civil Rights including the right to vote, serve on a jury, hold public office, and restricts the issuance and renewal of some professional licenses such as real estate and insurance.

Is Delta a felony friendly?

No, Delta Air Lines does not hire felons.

Keep in mind that a drug test, background check, and fingerprint analysis are required before starting a position with Delta Air Lines. To that end, there is no point in lying or attempting to fool them about past convictions. They will find out the truth.


Can felons go to Aruba?

Can a person with a felony record be turned away from entering Aruba by immigration? As per the Immigration law as long as a crime is not committed on Aruba, someone with record is free to enter.

Can a felon travel to Cuba?

Re: Can you travel to Cuba if you have a criminal record? There is no problem to enter Cuba, they don't check the criminal records.