US State Dept Travel AdvisoriesUnited States29 August 2026
Iraq - Level 4: Do Not Travel
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There were no changes to the Travel Advisory Level. The “Crime” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes to U.S. embassy operations. Do not travel to Iraq due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, crime, health risks, and the U.S. government’s limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Iraq. Advisory Summary Do not travel to Iraq for any reason. The U.S. government has limited ability to offer emergency services to U.S. citizens in Iraq due to the safety risks. The Iraqi government cannot guarantee the safety of U.S. citizens against
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