ChatGPT is available in many countries and regions worldwide, allowing users to access AI-powered conversations for various purposes.
Below is a comprehensive list of supported countries, categorized by continent.
Chatgpt Supported Countries
🌍 Africa
| Algeria | Angola | Benin |
| Botswana | Burkina Faso | Burundi |
| Cabo Verde | Cameroon | Central African Republic |
| Chad | Comoros | Congo (Brazzaville) |
| Congo (DRC) | Côte d’Ivoire | Djibouti |
| Egypt | Equatorial Guinea | Eritrea |
| Eswatini (Swaziland) | Ethiopia | Gabon |
| Gambia | Ghana | Guinea |
| Guinea-Bissau | Kenya | Lesotho |
| Liberia | Libya | Madagascar |
| Malawi | Mali | Mauritania |
| Mauritius | Morocco | Mozambique |
| Namibia | Niger | Nigeria |
| Rwanda | Sao Tome and Principe | Senegal |
| Seychelles | Sierra Leone | Somalia |
| South Africa | South Sudan | Sudan |
| Tanzania | Togo | Tunisia |
| Uganda | Zambia | Zimbabwe |
🌏 Asia
| Afghanistan | Armenia | Azerbaijan |
| Bahrain | Bangladesh | Bhutan |
| Brunei | Cambodia | China (Hong Kong, Taiwan) |
| Cyprus | Georgia | India |
| Indonesia | Iraq | Israel |
| Japan | Jordan | Kazakhstan |
| Kuwait | Kyrgyzstan | Laos |
| Lebanon | Malaysia | Maldives |
| Mongolia | Myanmar | Nepal |
| Oman | Pakistan | Palestine |
| Philippines | Qatar | Saudi Arabia |
| Singapore | South Korea | Sri Lanka |
| Syria | Tajikistan | Thailand |
| Timor-Leste (East Timor) | Turkey | Turkmenistan |
| United Arab Emirates | Uzbekistan | Vietnam |
| Yemen |
🌎 North America
| Antigua and Barbuda | Bahamas | Barbados |
| Belize | Canada | Costa Rica |
| Cuba | Dominica | Dominican Republic |
| El Salvador | Grenada | Guatemala |
| Haiti | Honduras | Jamaica |
| Mexico | Nicaragua | Panama |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | Saint Lucia | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
| Trinidad and Tobago | United States of America |
🌎 South America
| Argentina | Bolivia | Brazil |
| Chile | Colombia | Ecuador |
| Guyana | Paraguay | Peru |
| Suriname | Uruguay | Venezuela |
🌍 Europe
| Albania | Andorra | Austria |
| Belarus | Belgium | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Bulgaria | Croatia | Cyprus |
| Czechia (Czech Republic) | Denmark | Estonia |
| Finland | France | Germany |
| Greece | Hungary | Iceland |
| Ireland | Italy | Latvia |
| Liechtenstein | Lithuania | Luxembourg |
| Malta | Moldova | Monaco |
| Montenegro | Netherlands | North Macedonia |
| Norway | Poland | Portugal |
| Romania | San Marino | Serbia |
| Slovakia | Slovenia | Spain |
| Sweden | Switzerland | Ukraine (with certain exceptions) |
| United Kingdom | Vatican City |
🌏 Oceania
| Australia | Fiji | Kiribati |
| Marshall Islands | Micronesia | Nauru |
| New Zealand | Palau | Papua New Guinea |
| Samoa | Solomon Islands | Tonga |
| Tuvalu | Vanuatu |
Countries and Regions Where ChatGPT Is Not Supported or Banned
While ChatGPT is accessible in many parts of the world, certain countries and regions have restrictions or bans in place.
These limitations arise due to various factors, including government regulations, concerns over data privacy, and geopolitical considerations.
Note: Accessing or offering access to ChatGPT or the OpenAI API from an unsupported country may result in account restrictions or suspensions.
Countries with ChatGPT Restrictions or Bans
| Country | Reason for Restriction/Ban |
| China | The Chinese government has implemented strict regulations on AI technologies, leading to the restriction of ChatGPT to prevent the spread of information that might contradict state narratives. |
| Russia | Amid geopolitical tensions, Russia has banned ChatGPT to avoid potential misuse and to maintain control over information dissemination within the country. |
| Iran | Iran’s government enforces strict internet controls, leading to the ban of ChatGPT to prevent the spread of information that could challenge governmental authority. |
| North Korea | With highly restricted internet access, North Korea has banned ChatGPT to maintain its strict control over information accessible to its citizens. |
| Syria | Due to ongoing internal conflicts and strict censorship laws, Syria has restricted access to ChatGPT to control information flow within the country. |
| Cuba | Cuba’s government controls internet usage heavily, leading to the restriction of ChatGPT to prevent the dissemination of information that could oppose state policies. |
| Italy | In March 2023, Italy’s Data Protection Authority temporarily banned ChatGPT over privacy concerns, marking it as the first Western country to do so. This ban was however later lifted |
Implications of These Restrictions
The restrictions on ChatGPT in these countries highlight the complex interplay between technological advancements and regulatory frameworks.
Key implications include:
- Information Control: In several countries, bans are implemented to maintain governmental control over information and prevent the spread of content that could challenge existing power structures.
- Data Privacy Concerns: Some nations, like Italy, have raised concerns about how AI models like ChatGPT handle user data, leading to temporary bans or investigations.
- Geopolitical Tensions: In regions with strained relations with Western countries, there is apprehension about the influence of technologies developed by foreign entities, resulting in restrictions.
Dealing with Access Limitations
For individuals in countries where ChatGPT is restricted, it’s essential to be aware of local regulations before attempting to access the service.
While some users resort to VPNs or proxy services to bypass restrictions, this may violate local laws and OpenAI’s terms of service.
Instead, users should explore alternative AI chatbots that are locally available or endorsed by their governments.
Alternatives to ChatGPT in Restricted Countries
For users unable to access ChatGPT, several alternative AI chatbots and services are available:
| AI Chatbot | Description | Availability |
| DeepSeek AI | A Chinese AI model focused on deep learning and natural language processing, providing an alternative to ChatGPT with strong multilingual support and industry-specific applications. | Globally |
| Baidu Ernie Bot | A Chinese AI chatbot developed by Baidu, designed as an alternative to ChatGPT. | China |
| Grok AI | An AI chatbot developed by xAI (Elon Musk’s AI company), designed to provide real-time, conversational responses with a focus on humor and engagement. Integrated with X (formerly Twitter). | Globally |
| Yandex GPT | Russia’s AI chatbot alternative, developed to serve local businesses and individuals. | Russia |
| BERT-based AI | Various localized versions of Google’s BERT, adapted for search and chatbot applications. | Multiple regions |
| Hugging Face AI Models | Open-source AI models that can be downloaded and run locally. | Global |
| Local AI Models (Llama 2, Mistral, Falcon) | Models that can be deployed on personal devices, avoiding internet-based restrictions. | Global |
These AI alternatives offer varying levels of capability and availability depending on the country, and users should consider privacy policies, language support, and ethical implications when selecting an alternative.