Iraq
Do not travel to Iraq due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, and civil unrest.
What Level 4 means
This is the highest advisory level, indicating that conditions are dangerous enough that the US State Department advises against all travel. US citizens in the country should depart if it is safe to do so. The government may have very limited ability to provide consular assistance.
Safety tips for Iraq
Avoid all travel to Iraq outside the Kurdistan Region.
The Kurdistan Region (Erbil, Sulaymaniyah) is relatively safer but still risky.
Kidnapping and IED attacks remain persistent threats.
Register with the STEP program if travel is absolutely necessary.
Private security arrangements are essential for any travel.
Emergency contacts
104 (police), 115 (ambulance)
Baghdad (restricted operations)
2026-04-15
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