What should I avoid in Iraq?

Terrorist attacks can occur without warning. Avoid possible targets such as crowded places and public spaces, including markets, transport hubs, places of worship and government facilities. If you must visit them, always have an exit plan. Large protests and political rallies occur regularly across Iraq.



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Iraq - Level 4: Do Not Travel. Updated to reflect the ordered departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and eligible family members. Do not travel to Iraq due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, civil unrest, and Mission Iraq's limited capacity to provide support to U.S. citizens.

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Do not travel to Iraq due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, civil unrest, and Mission Iraq's limited capacity to provide support to U.S. citizens. Country Summary: U.S. citizens in Iraq face high risks to their safety and security, including the potential for violence and kidnapping.

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Mexico has a high risk of violent crime, including murder, armed robbery, sexual assault and kidnapping. Don't travel at night outside major cities. Kidnapping and extortion are serious risks. Don't draw attention to your money or business affairs.

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'DO NOT TRAVEL'
The U.S. and European countries still warn against any travel to Iraq due to security concerns. The U.S. State Department website says: Do not travel to Iraq due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, civil unrest.

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The safest bigger city to visit in Iraq is probably Erbil, and this city in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq has a moderately big expat population. Any city in the Kurdistan region is one of the safer ones in Iraq.

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