Iraq

The security situation throughout Iraq remains volatile. There has been an increase in protest activity following the parliamentary elections on 10 October. Due to the volatile security environment and the ongoing threat of kidnappings, we advise you to leave Iraq as soon as you can. If you're staying in Iraq, be alert and check media for updates on new threats.

We continue to 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.