19 Countries Off Limits for American Travelers: What You Should Know

6. Eritrea: Document Unreliability & Refusal of Return

Why It's Banned: The U.S. questions the competence of Eritrea's central authority in issuing reliable passports and providing accessible criminal records. Compounded by its historical refusal to accept back removable nationals and high overstay rates, the ban is comprehensive. This decision further isolates an already reclusive state, severely impacting its citizens' ability to travel or maintain connections globally, including essential family links.