Are circuses still allowed to use exotic animals?

In many places, the use of animals is frowned upon, or even banned. In the US, in eight states and around 150 other places (cities, towns, villages, etc.), it is illegal to have exotic animals perform in a circus. In Europe, many countries also have bans on animals in circuses. Worldwide, however, there are still many countries outside the two aforementioned continents where exotic animals are used in circuses and other shows.