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Iraq

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Border crossings in Iraq require careful preparation, as procedures and travel conditions can differ considerably between routes. Overland journeys reward travelers who stay informed, carry complete documentation, and allow extra time for changing border requirements and security measures.

12

Border Crossings

Listed in BCH

6

Borders

Iran, Syria, Jordan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia

Capital

Baghdad

Time Zone

UTC+3

Iraq

Understanding Iraq

Iraq’s plains, river valleys, and northern mountains influence crossings with Turkey, Iran, Syria, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait. Weather and security conditions can impact travel. Many frontier regions hold archaeological sites and long-standing trade paths.

Border Map

Crossings (12)

Iraq shares borders with 6 countries.

Flag Iran 4 crossings View Border Crossings Flag Jordan 1 crossing View Border Crossings Flag Kuwait 1 crossing View Border Crossings Flag Saudi Arabia 1 crossing View Border Crossings Flag Syria 4 crossings View Border Crossings Flag Turkey 1 crossing View Border Crossings

Quick Information

Capital Baghdad
Official Language Arabic and Kurdish
Currency Iraqi Dinar (IQD)
Calling Code +964

Quick Information

Capital Baghdad
Official Language Arabic and Kurdish
Currency Iraqi Dinar (IQD)
Time zone UTC+3
Calling code +964

Travel Tip

Iraq's geography varies from fertile river plains to rugged mountains in the north and expansive desert in the west. Temperatures can change significantly with the seasons, so packing for the expected climate makes overland travel much more comfortable.

Border Crossings in Iraq

Browse border crossings connecting Iraq with its neighbouring countries.

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Crossing Tip

Iraq's geography varies from fertile river plains to rugged mountains in the north and expansive desert in the west. Temperatures can change significantly with the seasons, so packing for the expected climate makes overland travel much more comfortable.