Republic of Iraq (Iraq)

Is a independent political entity in the continent of Asia.

Its center lies at a latitude of 33 and longitude of 44.

Republic of Iraq also goes by the names, Al Jumhuriyah al `Iraqiyah, Al Jumhūrīyah al ‘Irāqīyah, Al `Iraq, Al `Irāq, An Iaraic, An Iaráic, Ciraaq, Giraq, I-rac, I-rắc, Iorac, Iraak, Irac, Irak, Iraka, Irakas, Iraki, Irako, Iraku, Iraq, Iraq - العر

The prodominant languages spoken are ar-IQ (Arabic) ku (Kurdish) and its currency is the Dinar (IQD),

Republic of Iraq currently has a population of 29671600 (estimate).

Republic of Iraq's neighbouring countries are, Iran, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, .

Regions within Republic of Iraq

Largest Cities within Republic of Iraq

Travel Advice Summary from British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO)

Country: Iraq

Published: Wed, 09 May 2012 14:45:00 GMT

Travel Summary

We advise against all but essential travel to the whole of Iraq, except to the Kurdistan Region, where there are no restrictions. There is a high threat of terrorism. This includes violence and kidnapping targeting foreign nationals, including individuals of non-Western appearance.

There are no restrictions in place against travel to the Kurdistan Region (the provinces of Dohuk, Erbil and Sulaimaniyah), as the risk of terrorism in these provinces is markedly lower than elsewhere in Iraq. However, you should seek local advice before travelling to the remote areas bordering Turkey and Iran, where there have been incidents of shelling, unexploded ordnances and mines. Turkish security forces carried out air strikes and an incursion into the border areas of Kurdistan, targeting the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) in August and October 2011. See Safety and Security - Kurdistan Region.

You should employ a professional security company and take all necessary security precautions if you intend to travel to areas of Iraq which are subject to travel restrictions. You should exercise extreme caution at all times in these areas. See Safety and Security - Travel in Iraq.

There are ongoing, regular demonstrations in all regions of Iraq, particularly after Friday prayers. You are advised to avoid large gatherings, crowds and demonstrations.

Curfews can be and are imposed at short notice, often around religious holidays. When in place curfew times must be strictly adhered to and large gatherings should be avoided. See the Safety and Security - Curfews.

27 British nationals required consular assistance in Iraq in the period 1 April 2010 - 31 March 2011. See General - Consular Assistance Statistics.

The British Embassy in Baghdad is able to offer only limited consular assistance. The British Embassy Offices in Basra and Erbil are able to offer limited consular assistance, in the event of an emergency. You should register your presence with LOCATE.

You should seek professional advice and it is strongly advised that you take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See General - Insurance.