US State Dept: Iraq Level 4 Do Not Travel Advisory
The US State Department issued a Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisory for Iraq due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, crime, health risks, and limited US emergency support. Anti-US militias threaten citizens and companies, targeting hotels, universities, and airports. Medical facilities are limited, and landmines are widespread.
Impact and considerations
Iraq's extreme security situation makes business travel inadvisable; companies should avoid deployments and plan for evacuation.
Key points
- Iraq is Level 4: do not travel
- Anti-US militias threaten US citizens and international companies
- Attacks target hotels, universities, and airports
- Limited medical facilities; landmines widespread
Sources and time
- Primary source
- U.S. Department of State
- Other sources
- 0
- First source publication
- 29 Aug 2026, 08:00
- Page published
- 8 Sept 2026, 19:44
- Last updated
- 29 Aug 2026, 08:00
- Original links
- US Travel Advisories：Iraq - Level 4: Do Not Travel (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 29 Aug 2026, 08:00