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Iraq Iraq

IQ · IRQ · Asia · Baghdad

46,118,793 pop · IQD currency · ara · arc · ckb

6 Major cities
3 Visa-free origins
3 Languages
46.1M Population

About Iraq

Iraq is a Asia country with a population of about 46.1M. The capital is Baghdad, the currency is IQD, and primary languages include ara, arc, ckb.

Travelers care most about three things: visa policy, climate, and where to go. Browse the visa-free origins, recommended cities, and detail pages below.

Entry for Common Origins

Citizens of the following countries can enter Iraq visa-free (top 5 shown):

  • 🇮🇷 Iran (30 days)
  • 🇲🇾 Malaysia (30 days)
  • 🇹🇷 Turkey (30 days)

Top Cities to Visit

Top cities in Iraq (by population):

  • Baghdad — pop. 7.2M
  • Al Mawsil al Jadidah — pop. 2.1M
  • Al Basrah al Qadimah — pop. 2.0M
  • Mosul — pop. 1.7M
  • Erbil — pop. 1.6M

Best Time to Visit

Iraq’s climate varies significantly by region and city. Check monthly weather pages for major cities to plan your trip timing. Generally, spring and autumn are considered the best seasons for travel in Asia.

01 Cities in Iraq

02 Open borders

Passport holders from these countries may enter Iraq without a visa.

  1. Iran 30d visa-free
  2. Malaysia 30d visa-free
  3. Turkey 30d visa-free

03 Routes from Iraq

Q&A

FAQ

01 What currency is used in Iraq?
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The official currency is IQD.

02 What languages are spoken in Iraq?
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Primary languages include ara, arc, ckb.

03 What is the capital of Iraq?
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Baghdad.

04 Which countries have visa-free access to Iraq?
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Citizens of Iran, Malaysia, Turkey and others.

05 What is the population of Iraq?
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Approximately 46.1 million.

06 Which continent is Iraq in?
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Asia.

Sources
REST Countries · Wikipedia
Updated
2026-04-17
IQ — Atlas