🇮🇶Iraq
Asia
Information
Capital
Baghdad
Population
45,145,000
Currency
Iraqi Dinar (IQD د.ع)
Languages
Arabe, Kurde
Continent
Asia
Calling code
+964
Timezone
Asia/Baghdad
Area
438,317 km²
Government
Federal Parliamentary Republic
National day
October 3 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.iq
About
Iraq is a federal parliamentary republic in the Middle East. Governed by a constitution adopted in 2005, the country features executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Islam serves as the official state religion.
Safety
Risk level :Élevé en raison de l'instabilité politique, des milices armées et des tensions régionales
Risk areas
Bagdad - Terrorisme et criminalitéProvinces du Nord (Anbar, Ninive) - Conflits armésFrontières avec la Syrie et l'Iran - Activités militantes
Crime(high)
- Éviter les manifestations
- Ne pas porter d'objets de valeur
Terrorism(high)
- Haut risque d'attaques, rester vigilant et suivre les avis officiels
Transport
- Utiliser des transports organisés
- Éviter les voyages de nuit
Natural risks(Poussières, inondations saisonnières et sécheresses)
- Suivre les alertes météo
- Prévoir de l'eau et des masques
Health(Système de santé limité, hôpitaux surchargés)
- Vaccins recommandés: Hépatite A/B, Typhoïde, Rage
- Assurance santé complète obligatoire
Practical tips
- S'inscrire auprès des autorités consulaires
- Télécharger l'app des conseils aux voyageurs
- Éviter les photos de sites sensibles
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center150-300
1-bedroom apartment in the city center200-400
1-bedroom apartment in the suburb100-250
3-bedroom apartment in the city center400-700
3-bedroom apartment in the suburb250-500
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal3-5
Meal for 2 at a mid-range restaurant15-25
McDonald's menu5-7
Local beer (0.5L)2-3
Cappuccino1-2
Water (1.5L)0.50-1
Bread (500g)0.25-0.50
Milk (1L)0.50-1
Eggs (12)1-2
Chicken (1kg)3-5
Apples (1kg)2-3
Bananas (1kg)1-2
Transport
Public transport ticket0.25-0.50
Monthly transport subscription10-20
Taxi ride (start)1-2
Taxi (per km)0.50-1
Gasoline (1L)0.50-1
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)20-50
Tennis court (1h weekend)10-20
Cinema5-10
Theater10-20
Health
General practitioner consultation10-20
Dentist consultation20-50
Antibiotic medications5-10
Cold medications (6 days)5-10
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)20-50/mois
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)10-20/mois
Public services for 85m² apartment50-100/mois
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)20-40
Nike sports shoes50-100
International primary school (monthly)200-500
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type D, Type G
Emergency numbers
Police122
Ambulance122
Fire department115
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
10-15% in restaurants