Iceland is a country that no longer has McDonald's. It is one of several nations where the fast-food chain has either ceased operations or been barred from establishing a presence.
The global presence of McDonald's is extensive, but some countries have chosen not to host the international chain for various national, economic, or policy reasons. The phrase "no longer has" can refer to countries where McDonald's once operated but has since departed, or nations that have implemented policies to prevent its establishment or continued operation within their borders.
Countries Without McDonald's Operations
Several nations do not currently host McDonald's restaurants due to various factors, including outright bans or a departure of the franchise. These countries effectively no longer have a McDonald's presence.
Here is a list of countries identified as having ceased to have McDonald's, often due to a ban on its operations:
| Country | Status Regarding McDonald's |
|---|---|
| Iceland | No longer operates |
| Bermuda | No longer operates |
| Iran | No longer operates |
| Macedonia | No longer operates |
| Yemen | No longer operates |
| Montenegro | No longer operates |
| North Korea | No longer operates |
| Zimbabwe | No longer operates |
| Bolivia | No longer operates |
Each of these countries, for diverse reasons, does not currently host McDonald's establishments. For example, while the reasons for McDonald's' absence in Iceland are widely known, it is categorized among countries that have effectively ended the chain's presence. Similarly, countries like North Korea have strict state controls that preclude the operation of such international fast-food chains within their borders. Regardless of the specific circumstances leading to their absence, these countries currently have no McDonald's restaurants.
