Context is everything. If they're a welcome guest and come at a good time. If either is not the case it's not okay. If both are True then it's all good.
When I was growing up I had friends swing by my place all the time unannounced. That was s pretty normal thing. Most of the time it was a good time and we hung out.
Thats what most people did before EVERYONE had a smartphone
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To be perfectly honest it's never okay unless you're family to just drop by unannounced. The word " Stalker " comes to mind Lol
No, I like my privacy and like to know when to expect guests. I am pretty anal about my house being spotless for guests, so feel embarrassed if they unexpectedly show up when a few things are out of place (I know, sounds ridiculous, but that is just me). I also don't want someone to show up while I'm right in the middle of something.
Not always. It can get annoying at times as sometimes I'm too busy or want to have some "Me" time.
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Hello no. I don't care who you are. If I didn't invite you & it's not an emergency where you're in need of help, I'm not opening the door. Door stays locked. Key in my bra.
No, it isn't, and I hate it when people do that. It's inconsiderate, and it's as though the one doing the "dropping" thinks that you can't possibly have anything else planned for the day, and that even if you did they're more important than whatever that was.
5 or 6 years ago, I loved it when people dropped by unannounced, these days I won't even answer the door if the police knock and want to talk to me, unless I called them first and they are coming out for a report.
So nope, I will never answer the door unless I know your coming first.Depends who it is, if it’s a close friend they already know the code lol. Same with immediate family members. However I’m super introverted so 90% of the time, if it’s not those specific people I probably wouldn’t even get up to answer the door.
“Ahhh, sorry! Was in the shower.”
“Oh weird, I was making a smoothie, didn’t hear the doorbell.”
“Had a date over.”
Literally any excuse.Definitely depends who. Family? Sure. Close friends who are basically like family are definitely welcome to drop by anytime. As long as they're respectful of the fact that it isn't guaranteed that I'm home or free. They're welcome to drop by, but I can't guarantee I have time or attention to give if we don't arrange ahead of time. Anyone outside my closest circle, though? I feel like it would be kind of awkward and weird for them to just come by like that.
Nope. I don’t think so.
Depends on your place.
In my holiday home, yes, as I only go there to get away and take a break.
But in my home, I have relatives and friends come by all the time. I only ever ask it not be early morning or late at night as those are times I am busyOur problem is that we think we know too much. I am a bit disappointed at the replies I am seeing but well everybody is not the same.
Nothing gives me joy than to see someone I haven't seen in a while, or someone I know before show up at my door.I live out in the middle of the country and my dad's highschool friends just drop by all the time. So it's totally normal for me. But i think it all depends on where you live. Out in the country no biggie, but I could imagine in the city it would be a little odd. It really depends how close you are to the person.
If I'm at home, it's chill time. I'm relaxing, probably been a long day, the last thing I want when I've got face cream, my bumfy clothes on, and a mouthful of popcorn is for someone showing up and wanting me to entertain their happiness, their bad day, their needing to not be bored....yeah, no. My friends/family/boyfriend knows, you want in, call first or don't expect me to answer the door.
No. If you drop some n***a on my doostep with no reason or invitation, I'm gonna leave him where i left and tell you to get ya boy back.
It really depends. If it’s a neighbour I think that’s ok. If it’s a random friend that’s a bit weird. You should at least text or call them to let them know you want to drop by,
Hell to the no. I value my peace and quiet, and unless I want someone to be in my space, they are not going to show up without letting me know. I would straight up ghost them.
I been thinking about this lately. Sometime I roll up on my uncles unannounced but kinda get annoyed when my cousin come by and ask me for a ride. I don’t ask them for anything though and I usually bring food, but yeah… good to call first FOR SURE!
That's like playing roulette, expect to have to turn back at the door. I might not be home, or be in mood for their company. I prefer if people check in first before showing up.
Uninvited isn't that much of an issue, but unannounced isn't OK as it doesn't give me time to prepare. The only exception is probably my boyfriend, but I will still be a little irritated
Uninvited? Sure. Unannounced? No. I just like for people to check in and make sure I’m available and ready for company, so an hour or so notice is plenty.
Since when has that become a crime? What's next, I'm gonna need your permission to send you an e-mail? Exactly how would I go about getting this permission?
Yeah friends do it and sis etc
they just have to put up with me not being home and help themselves to food n a drink till I get backNot at all it's annoying. I will not even open the door I don't care if it's raining hot snowing their fault for showing up with out calling.
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