Iraq

The security situation throughout Iraq remains volatile. The anniversary on 3 January of a US airstrike near the Baghdad International Airport killed an Iranian military commander and the deputy commander of Iraq’s Popular Mobilisation Forces. It's possible that the security situation could deteriorate around this date. If you're travelling to Iraq despite our advice or making departure plans, you must carry a negative COVID-19 certificate issued within 72 hours of scheduled travel. Due to the volatile security environment and the ongoing threat of kidnappings, we advise you to leave Iraq as soon as you are able to do so. If you're staying in Iraq, be alert and check media for updates on new threats.

We advise:

Do not travel to Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, due to the volatile security situation and very high risk of violence, armed conflict, kidnapping and terrorist attack.