Top expat cities

Iraq

Erbil

#1 Top 5 cities

Erbil is the most realistic base for most civilian expats in Iraq because it offers a stronger business environment, more modern housing, and relatively better predictability than much of the country.

Country overview

Year-round temperatures

Day: 11°C až 42°C

Night: 3°C až 27°C

Climate

Very hot summers, milder winters, and dry conditions for most of the year.

Distance to the sea

780 km

Social atmosphere

4/10

Business friendliness

5/10

Scores

Scores

Safety 5/10
Housing cost 6/10
Food cost 7/10
Internet availability 7/10
Internet speed 6/10
Internet stability 6/10
Electricity stability 5/10

Community types

  • Corporate expats
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Long-term expats
  • Small business owners

Largest nationality groups

  • 🇹🇷Turkish
  • 🇬🇧British
  • 🇺🇸Americans
  • 🇮🇳Indians

Pros / Cons

Pros

  • +International environment
  • +Wide housing options
  • +Quality services
  • +Good for long-term stay

Cons

  • −Higher living costs
  • −Smaller expat scene
  • −Uneven neighborhood quality