Where can't you go with a criminal record?

List of Countries You Can't Travel to With a Criminal Record
  • Argentina.
  • Australia.
  • Canada.
  • China.
  • Cuba.
  • India.
  • Iran.
  • Israel.
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Can you visit other countries with a criminal record?

In general it is very difficult, if not impossible, to travel to any country if you have a record of convictions for violent or sexual crimes, repeated convictions for felonies, or a recent conviction for a serious crime. Some countries prohibit their own citizens from leaving if they have serious criminal histories.
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Can I go to Bali with a criminal record?

Can you travel to Bali with a criminal record? Yes, the rules for visiting Bali are the same as for the rest of Indonesia. Travelers with a criminal record and Bali visa will be able to enter in the majority of cases. There is no guarantee, however, as border security officers can refuse entry at their own discretion.
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Can you travel to USA with a criminal record?

There is a lot of misleading information around travelling to the USA with a criminal record. It's important to note that having a criminal record does not automatically bar you from travelling to the USA. Anybody travelling to the US for less than 90 days will be able to travel under the Visa Waiver Programme (VWP).
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Can you go to Mexico with a criminal record UK?

No. British citizens do not need a visa to visit Mexico for tourist purposes. You will need to complete an immigration form and have it with you when you arrive and leave Mexico.
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Background Checks and Criminal Records



Can you go to Dubai with a criminal record?

Can you go to Dubai with a Drug Conviction? Drug convictions work the same way as criminal records when travelling to Dubai. Assuming you do not have a criminal record in the UAE, you should be fine. If you are only travelling for a holiday, you should also not have any problems.
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Can I move to Italy with a criminal record?

A criminal conviction does not represent a reason for denial of your visa or travel permit per se. This means that, if you're eligible for an ETIAS visa waiver for Italy, you can still apply regardless of your criminal history.
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Can I go to Mexico with a criminal record?

In many cases, it is possible to visit Mexico despite having a criminal record. Generally, misdemeanors are not considered grounds for denied entry and will not prevent foreigners from going to Mexico on vacation. Foreigners who require a visa for Mexico must disclose details of their criminal history when applying.
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Can you go to Canada with a criminal record?

Under Canada's immigration law, if you have committed or been convicted of a crime, you may not be allowed into Canada. In other words, you may be “criminally inadmissible.”
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Does your criminal record clear after 7 years?

The Seven Year Rule

Under federal law, the consumer reporting agencies cannot report an arrest that is over seven years old. However, they may report a conviction no matter how old it is.
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Can I go to Hawaii with a criminal record?

Under US Immigration law, if you have been arrested at any time, you are required to declare the arrest when applying for a visa. If the arrest resulted in a conviction, you may be permanently ineligible to receive a visa.
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Can I move to France with a criminal record?

Minor criminal offences should not prohibit entry to the Schengen Area. Travellers who have served 3 years in prison or more, or who have been convicted of illegal smuggling or drug offences with a 2-year prison term or more, are likely to be refused visa entry.
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Can you travel to Jamaica with a criminal record?

Generally speaking, citizens with criminal records which have not been pardoned or expunged, lose the right to travel internationally. While Jamaica may not have a problem with your arrival, your home country may have issue with your re-entry. Better to check it out and be informed from the source!
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Does my criminal record show on my passport?

There is no link to your criminal record from your passport. The chip on a biometric passport only stores a digitised image of your photograph and biographical details which are printed in your passport. You will be required to apply for a visa when travelling to certain countries (for example the USA and Australia).
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Can a felon go to Dubai?

Traveling to Dubai

The only restriction for them flying would be if they have a felony warrant outstanding against them. The other possible issue would be if their name is on what is called the no-fly list maintained by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for those suspected of being terrorists.
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Can I travel to UK with a criminal record?

Applicants for entry clearance and those applying to remain in this country are checked for UK criminal convictions. 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.
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Can you go to Australia with a criminal record?

Can I travel to Australia with a criminal record? Yes, it is possible to travel to Australia with a criminal record. However, you need to apply for a visa and provide additional documents.
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Can you go to Europe with a felony?

Travellers going to Europe with a criminal record for a holiday are currently not asked about minor offenses, especially upon entry to any of the countires in the Schengen passport-free zone. Travellers with more serious offenses may face problems entering the Schengen Area ETIAS countries for short stays.
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Can felons go to Jamaica?

Visit the Embassy of Jamaica web site for the most current visa information. Jamaican law prohibits entry by all persons convicted of a felony and still under community supervision.
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Can you travel to Europe with a criminal record?

If you are travelling to Europe with a criminal record it will probably not cause you any problems. It is possible for a past conviction to prevent you from entering any country, but generally speaking, Europe is a tolerant, accessible region to travel to.
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Can you go to Cuba with a criminal record?

1. 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.
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Can a felon go to Puerto Rico?

For Americans entering Puerto Rico, it is just the same as traveling from one state to another. Therefore, a passport is not required to enter Puerto Rico. This is also true for felons who travel from the U.S. mainland directly to any U.S. territory.
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Can you move to Switzerland with a criminal record?

Anyone with a criminal record cannot become Swiss. The next big change is stiffer language requirements. Currently language competency is assessed by municipalities during interviews.
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Can I move to Portugal with a criminal record?

Foreign nationals living in Portugal are no longer obliged to submit a criminal record certificate to the Foreign and Border Service (SEF) in order to acquire or renew a residence permit, with the office instead directly accessing the information.
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How long does a criminal record last for?

If the person was 18 years of age or older at the time of the offense (i.e. legally considered to be an adult), then the conviction will be expunged from their record 11 years after the conviction date (not the offense date).
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