Moving to Iraq
Iraq is bordered by Kuwait, Iran, Turkey, Syria, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia. The country slopes from mountains over 3,000 meters (10,000 ft.) above sea level along the border with Iran and Turk
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Capital
Baghdad
Region
Asia (Western Asia)
Currency
IQD
Cost of Living Index
28.4
Net Monthly Salary
3364
Healthcare
Universal/Beveridge
Safety Index
N/A
Rent Index
7.3
Quality Index
N/A
Country Profile
In-depth facts & data for Iraq· Updated 2026-06-02
Iraq is bordered by Kuwait, Iran, Turkey, Syria, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia. The country slopes from mountains over 3,000 meters (10,000 ft.) above sea level along the border with Iran and Turkey to the remnants of sea-level, reedy marshes in the southeast. Much of the land is desert or wasteland. The mountains in the no…
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Official Languages
Official Links
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Visa Services Iraq
Official immigration portal for visas, entry rules, and residency steps.
Newcomer Checklist
- - Confirm visa status and entry conditions before booking travel
- - Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required
- - Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps
- - Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels
Local Services & Setup
Banking: Confirm newcomer-friendly banks locally.
Fintech: Confirm available local payment apps.
Healthcare access: Limited
Health waiting period: 180 day(s)
Emergency & Safety
Save local emergency, police, medical, embassy, and fraud-reporting contacts after arrival. Check official government portals before relying on third-party lists.
Crime index: N/A · Safety index: N/A
Settlement Funds & Financial Notes
Settlement funds guidance is being added for this country.
City-Level Cost Snapshot
| City | Single monthly | Family monthly | 1BR center |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital | €964 – €1,134 | €1,694 – €1,993 | €366 – €454 |
Who Qualifies Best
Qualification profile data is being added for this country.
Official vs Reality
Reality-check comparisons are being added for this country.
Sources & References
Country data is a planning aid. Official government sources override MigrantIQ summaries for immigration, legal, tax, health, and emergency rules.
- MigrantIQ country profile
Summary profile maintained for planning. Last updated 2026-05-07.
- World Bank and public data sources
Used for economic and country-level indicators where available.
- Numbeo and public cost datasets
Used for cost-of-living signals for Iraq where available.
Foreign embassies in Iraq
84 active diplomatic missions in our directory. Sample listings below.
- Consulate of Belarus in Baghdad, Iraq — 🇧🇾 Belarus, Baghdad
- Embassy of Afghanistan in Baghdad, Iraq — 🇦🇫 Afghanistan, Baghdad
- Embassy of Algeria in Baghdad, Iraq — 🇩🇿 Algeria, Baghdad
- Embassy of Armenia in Baghdad, Iraq — 🇦🇲 Armenia, Baghdad
- Embassy of Australia in Baghdad, Iraq — 🇦🇺 Australia, Baghdad
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Frequently Asked Questions
Verify your visa pathway, legal rights and duties, expected monthly costs, and safe housing setup before travel.
Use the scam alerts section for active patterns and red flags, then confirm every paid service through official channels.
Start with visa eligibility, then create a realistic budget and shortlist temporary housing. Banking setup usually follows legal arrival steps.