What countries can you not enter with a criminal record?

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

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Can you enter countries with a criminal record?

Many countries don't stop applicants from entering because of a minor or long past criminal history, however, exceptions are made when it comes to violent or particularly recent convictions. Another aspect to consider if you've been convicted as a criminal charge is the issue of probation or parole.

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Can you travel overseas from Australia with a criminal record?

While citizens of Australia and New Zealand are generally free to travel to each other's countries and stay indefinitely with full-time employment rights, entry may still be denied on the basis of previous criminal convictions.

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Can you get into New Zealand with a criminal record?

in the past 10 years you were convicted and sentenced to imprisonment for 12 months or more. you are subject to a period of prohibition on entry to New Zealand under section 179 or 180 of the Immigration Act 2009.

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Can I go to Spain with a criminal record?

Travelers with serious criminal offenses may face problems entering Spain even for short stays. People who have served more than 3 years of jail time, or have been convicted of human trafficking or drug offenses with more than 2 years of jail time, may be refused entry.

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Does a criminal record show on your 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.

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Can I go to Italy with a criminal record?

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.

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How do I clear my criminal record in Australia?

A conviction becomes spent automatically at the completion of the prescribed (crime-free) period which is:
  1. 5 years where the person was not dealt with as an adult, or.
  2. 10 years where the person was dealt with as an adult.

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Can I go to Fiji with a criminal record?

Those intending to travel to Fiji with criminal conviction record are required to apply for clearance prior to travelling to Fiji. The application and fees should be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to departure. Criminal Conviction Clearance fee is NON-REFUNDABLE.

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What convictions stop you entering Australia?

A sentence of life imprisonment. A sentence of imprisonment of 12 months or more (regardless of time served) Acquittal of an offence on the grounds of either unsoundness of mind or insanity if, as a result, you have been detained in a secure hospital or facility.

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Can I visit 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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How long does it take to clear your criminal record?

a period of 10 years has passed after the date of the conviction for that offence. you have not been convicted and sentenced to a period of imprisonment without the option of a fine during those 10 years.

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Can you visit Europe with a criminal record?

Criminal conviction checks are not practiced at European borders, in general. A great example is the Schengen Area. While visiting visa-free countries from this area, a U.S. traveler with a criminal record will not get a European criminal conviction check upon checkup.

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Do background checks show crimes in other countries?

International background checks don't just rely on criminal records in the United States. An organization conducting such a check delves into criminal records for other countries where the applicant has lived, though this can be difficult.

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Do UK and Australia share criminal records?

The UK does not routinely share criminal record information with overseas authorities.

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Can I go abroad if I have a criminal case?

Unless the court has restrained you from travelling abroad you are at liberty to travel. The mere filing of the case, without being coupled with a restraint order from the court, does not prevent the accused from going out of India.

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Can you go to Bali with a criminal record?

Most tourist visa applications dont even ask about criminal records. In general it is very difficult to travel to other countries if you have been convicted for violent or sexual crimes.

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Can you visit Japan with a criminal record?

The Japanese Ministry of Justice has interpreted the restrictions imposed by Japan's Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act to bar entry to anybody sentenced to more than a year in prison, and anyone convicted of a drug offence, no matter how old or minor the conviction is.

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Can I visit England with a criminal record?

General rules for entry clearance

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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Does your criminal record get wiped after 10 years?

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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Can you wipe a criminal record?

Not everyone can get their police data and PNC record removed. If you were lawfully and correctly convicted it is highly unlikely the police will agree to removing it. Even if you were not convicted, if the police lawfully took and/ or made data with your details they might refuse.

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Do you have to declare a criminal record after 10 years?

Most will only ask for unspent convictions, although some might ask for 'any convictions in the last 5 years'. If it's spent, you do not need to disclose it under any circumstances when applying for insurance.

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Can I travel to Europe from Australia with a criminal record?

Those convicted of a public order violation with jail time of more than 3 years, drug-related crimes with prison sentences of more than 2 years or any kind of human trafficking offense will be refused entry. Lying to a border official is also immediate grounds for rejection.

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Can I visit Greece with a criminal record?

Chances are high that you will pass through Greek immigration without anyone being aware of your criminal record, but if something triggers a more thorough immigration check, Greek police will have means to find out about your sentence.

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What comes up when they scan your passport?

That chip holds biometric information that's printed on the picture page - name, date of birth, sex, nationality, date of issue, passport number, and photograph. The machine readable zone (below the photograph) also holds encoded identity information.

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