RAHAL TRAVEL ADVISORY
A practical guide for Iraqis travelling during uncertain times, whether you are trying to leave Iraq or return home safely.
By Rahal | Hand in Hand
Updated: March 2026
The situation across the region is evolving rapidly. Whether you are an Iraqi traveller stranded abroad or someone urgently trying to return home to family, this guide covers the most important steps to take right now. Rahal, Iraq's leading travel platform, is committed to supporting every Iraqi traveller through this, including a free eSIM to keep you connected at no cost.
Rahal will not leave an Iraqi without connection.
So you can safely be in touch with your friends and families back home.
PART ONE: For Iraqis Trying to Leave Iraq
If you are currently in Iraq and need to travel urgently, whether for safety, medical reasons, or family, here are the six most important things to address immediately.
1. Transport Corridors: Finding a Route Out
With disruption affecting the region broadly, the most important step is to verify what is actually moving right now before making any plans. Do not rely on information that is more than a few hours old.
What to check:
• Contact Rahal directly for the most current picture of what routes are operational. Our team monitors availability in real time and can advise on the best option for your specific situation and destination
- This includes region and worldwide airspace closures
• Check the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs at mofa.gov.iq for official guidance on border and travel status
• Verify overland options as well as air. Depending on your destination and where you are in Iraq, land corridors to Jordan, Turkey, Kuwait, or Iran may be viable when other routes are not
• Do not purchase any ticket without confirming the route is active. Rahal can verify this before you book
Rahal Deal: Contact Rahal 24/7 for live route availability, emergency booking, and overland package options. We will find the fastest viable route out for your situation. Rahal would like to provide you with 7days 1GB eSIM package for free wherever you are in the world so you can always be in contact with your family home, in Iraq.
2. Key Contacts, Embassies and Emergency Numbers
Keep these contacts accessible at all times. Save them to your phone and write them down as a backup.
Rahal Team: 24/7 Support
• WhatsApp and platform messaging available around the clock for Iraqi travellers
Please reach us at +9647855509333
• Rahal can assist with route changes, accommodation, eSIM activation, and connecting you with the right embassy contacts
Iraqi Embassies: Key Locations
Middle East & North Africa (MENA)
- Jordan (JOR) – Amman
- Address: Jabal Amman, 1st Circle, P.O. Box 2025, Amman, Jordan
- Phone: +962777888836 / +962771977711
- Lebanon (LEB) – Beirut
- Address: Rue Pierre Helou, Face Eglise des Caldeens, Rihanieh, Hazmieh, Beirut, Lebanon
- Phone: +96171515300 / +96170799002
- United Arab Emirates (UAE) – Abu Dhabi
- Address: Embassies Area, Rashid bin Saeed Street, 41 West 59/2, P.O. Box 6389, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Phone: +971 2 441 8022 / +971 2 441 8033
- Egypt (EGY) – Cairo
- Address: 1 El-Thawra Square, Ad Doqi, Dokki, Giza Governorate 3751320, Egypt(Operating out of the central diplomatic zone; calling ahead to confirm the exact active building number is recommended)
- Phone: +20 2 735 8087 / +20237622731
- Tunisia (TUN) – Tunis
- Address: Berges du Lac Mariout BHB 110711, P.O. Box 2045, Tunis, Tunisia
- Phone: +216 71 962 480 / +216 71 962 449 / +21671961983
- Saudi Arabia (KSA) – Riyadh
- Address: 3721 Abdullah Alsahmi St, Al Safarat (Diplomatic Quarter), Riyadh 12512, Saudi Arabia
- Phone: +966 11 480 6514 / +966 11 480 7496 / +9661148069230
- Oman (OMN) – Muscat
- Address: Al Safaraat Street, Diplomatic Area, Muscat, Oman
- Phone: +968 24 603 642 / +968 24 695 559
- Qatar (QAT) – Doha
- Address: Villa #08, 532 West Bay Lagoon Street, Doha, Qatar
- Phone: +974 4421 6146 / +97444216730
Europe
- Turkey (TUR) – Ankara
- Address: Turan Emeksiz Sokak No. 11, Gaziosmanpaşa, Ankara, Turkey
- Phone: +90 312 468 4834 / +90 312 468 7421
- United Kingdom (UK) – London
- Address: 21 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, London SW7 5JE, United Kingdom
- Phone: +44 20 7590 7650
- France (FRA) – Paris
- Address: 53, Rue de la Faisanderie, 75116 Paris, France
- Phone: +33 1 45 53 77 00 / +33 1 45 53 33 70
- Denmark (DEN) – Copenhagen
- Address: Ehlersvej 9, 2900 Hellerup (or Jens Kofods Gade 1, 1268), Copenhagen, Denmark
- Phone: +45 39 45 02 70
Asia
- Malaysia (MAL) – Kuala Lumpur
- Address: 2 Jalan Langgak Golf, Off Jalan Tun Razak, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Phone: +60 3 2148 0650 / +60 3 2148 0555
- Thailand (THA) – Bangkok
- Address: 47 Pradipat Road, Samsen Nai, Phaya Thai, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
- Phone: +66 2 278 5335 / +66 2 278 5337
- China (CHI/CHN) – Beijing
- Address: No. 25, Xiu Shui Bei Jie, Jian Guo Men Wai, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100600, China
- Phone: +86 10 6532 3385 / +86 10 6532 1873
Emergency Services
• Always dial the local emergency number of the country you are in. 112 in EU countries, 999 in the UK, 911 in the US
• UNHCR emergency line for refugees and displaced persons: unhcr.org/help
• International SOS for medical emergencies abroad: +44 20 8762 8008
3. Money, Documents and Essentials Before You Travel
Before you move, take ten minutes to organise the following. These steps prevent the most common and most serious complications Iraqis face when travelling urgently.
• Passport: ensure it has at least six months validity. Check now, not at the border
• Copies: photograph your passport, ID, and all travel documents. Email them to yourself and a trusted family member
• Cash: carry a mix of USD and local currency. Card access can be unreliable and ATMs can run out. Carry enough for at least three days of accommodation and food
• If you need emergency funds, family and friends back home can send you money quickly and easily through SuperQi. Part of the same ecosystem as Rahal, SuperQi makes cross-border cash transfers straightforward when you need it most
• Travel insurance: if you have it, activate it and note the emergency claims number. If you do not, Rahal can connect you with options
• Medications: carry a minimum 30-day supply of any prescription medication with a doctor's letter
• Emergency contacts: have at least three people in different locations who know your travel plan
• Families traveling with little children, please have enough snacks and extra change of clothes with you to cover for situations where you have to be stranded in the airport for hours.
4. Mental Health Support: ArabTherapy
Uncertain travel situations are stressful, and it is entirely normal to feel anxious, overwhelmed, or unlike yourself. If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally during this period, ArabTherapy offers accessible, Arabic-language mental health support from qualified therapists who understand the cultural context.
• ArabTherapy connects you with licensed therapists offering sessions in Arabic, online and on your schedule
• Sessions can be arranged quickly for those who need urgent emotional support
• Share the resource with family members who may be anxious about loved ones travelling. Support is available for them too
• Amid these circumstances, Rahal, in collaboration with Digital Zone, has secured a 20% discount on psychotherapy sessions, reaching up to 70% for first-time purchases.
You can purchase the cards from Digital Zone at a discounted price using the code: RHCARE
• After purchasing the voucher from Digital Zone, redeem it on the Arab Therapy website using the following link: https://arabtherapy.com/
7. Monitoring the Situation and Staying Informed
Reliable, up-to-date information is as important as any logistical preparation. Here is where to monitor the situation as it develops.
• Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs at mofa.gov.iq for official travel guidance
• IATA Travel Centre at iatatravelcentre.com for real-time route and entry requirement updates
• Rahal platform and social channels. We update as situations change and communicate directly with travellers on our platform
• Your host country's foreign ministry website for advice on your specific location
PART TWO: For Iraqis Trying to Return Home
If you are abroad and want to return to Iraq, the priorities are slightly different. Here is what to address before and during your journey home.
1. Stay Connected for Free: Rahal Free eSIM
The free Rahal eSIM is equally important for those returning home. Staying connected during your journey means you can coordinate with family on the ground, monitor news in real time, and reach Rahal's 24/7 team if your plans change mid-journey.
• Claim your free one-week eSIM by contacting the Rahal team: +9647855509333
• Especially useful for the transition period when you are moving between countries
• Rahal will not leave an Iraqi without connection.
2. Transport Corridors Into Iraq: Finding a Route Home
With widespread regional disruption, do not assume any specific route is open. The picture is changing and Rahal's team is monitoring it continuously.
How to approach this:
• Contact Rahal before booking anything. We can tell you which routes are currently operational and which are not, saving you from booking a journey that cannot complete
• Consider all options including overland. Depending on where you are, routes through Jordan via the Trebil crossing, through Turkey via the Kurdistan Region, or from Gulf countries via Kuwait may be viable
• Check the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs at mofa.gov.iq for the most current official guidance on entry
• Verify entry requirements at IATA Travel Centre at iatatravelcentre.com before confirming any booking
Rahal Deal: Rahal monitors route availability into Iraq in real time. Our team can advise on the fastest and safest current routes home and book transport accordingly. Contact us 24/7 at +964 785 550 9333.
3. Extending Your Stay Until the Time is Right
If you are abroad and the situation in the region makes it unsafe to return home with airspaces being closed it is entirely reasonable to wait. Extending your stay legally abroad is far better than rushing back into an uncertain situation.
• Check your current visa expiry date. Do this today
• Contact your host country's immigration authority about extension options before your visa expires
• The Iraqi embassy in your country can issue a supporting letter confirming your situation
• Monitor official Iraqi government communications and trusted news sources before setting a return date
Important: Many countries have specific provisions for travellers from conflict-affected regions. Do not assume you will be automatically deported. Ask explicitly about humanitarian extensions.
Rahal Deal: Rahal has partnerships with hotels and serviced apartments in key cities for Iraqis needing to extend their stays. Contact our team for extended accommodation options at preferential rates.
4. Key Contacts Before You Land in Iraq
Have these ready before you begin your return journey.
In-country contacts to confirm before departure:
• Family or a trusted contact who can confirm the situation at your destination within Iraq
• Your accommodation is confirmed and accessible. Do not assume
• Transport from your arrival point is arranged in advance. Rahal can assist with transfer bookings
Iraqi official contacts:
• Iraqi Ministry of Interior for documentation or re-entry queries: moi.gov.iq
• Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs: mofa.gov.iq
• Rahal team 24/7 for travel coordination, accommodation, and on-ground support
5. What to Prepare Before You Arrive
A short checklist to run through before beginning your return journey:
• Confirm your passport is valid and matches your ticket exactly
• Carry USD and IQD cash. ATM availability inside Iraq can be unpredictable during periods of disruption
• If family or friends abroad want to send you money to support your return journey, they can do so quickly and easily through SuperQi. Fast, simple cross-border transfers when timing matters also hassle-free as carrying cash cross-border has limits
• Confirm your accommodation is secure and someone knows your arrival time
• Download offline maps of your destination city. Do not rely on mobile data at arrival points
• Charge all devices fully before you travel
• Have the Rahal app or WhatsApp number saved for immediate support on arrival. Again you can always reach us at +964 785 550 9333
6. Mental Health Support: ArabTherapy
Returning home during a period of uncertainty carries its own emotional weight. Whether you are anxious about what you will find, processing a difficult experience abroad, or simply exhausted by the uncertainty, that is a completely valid response. ArabTherapy provides Arabic-language mental health support from qualified therapists who understand your context.
• Online sessions in Arabic, bookable quickly and without long waiting periods
• Available for travellers in transit as well as family members waiting at home
• Amid these circumstances, Rahal, in collaboration with Digital Zone, has secured a 20% discount on psychotherapy sessions, reaching up to 70% for first-time purchases.
You can purchase the cards from Digital Zone at a discounted price using the code: RHCARE
• After purchasing the voucher from Digital Zone, redeem it on the Arab Therapy website using the following link: https://arabtherapy.com/
7. Monitoring Entry Requirements
Entry requirements into Iraq can shift quickly. Always verify before you travel.
• IATA Travel Centre for real-time Iraq entry requirements: iatatravelcentre.com
• FlightRadar24 app for airspace operations / closure real-time checks
• Iraqi embassy in your current country for the most current official guidance as the contact information shared in this post
• Rahal platform. We update entry requirement information as it changes
• Do not rely solely on any single source for entry requirements. Always verify through at least two official channels
Rahal Is With You: 24/7
In difficult times, connection matters more than ever. Rahal is Iraq's travel platform built by Iraqis, for Iraqis, and we take that responsibility seriously. Whether you need to move urgently, wait safely, or simply stay informed, our team is available around the clock. Hand in hand.
Hand in hand. Stay connected for free.
• Claim your free eSIM. Contact Rahal now with your mobile number you’d like to activate your eSIM on.
• We will give you 7 day access with 1GB for free wherever you may be in the world so you can always be in touch with your loved ones back home, in Iraq.
• 24/7 support via Rahal platform and WhatsApp.
• Route availability, accommodation, and transport support.
• Real-time monitoring and travel alerts.
Rahal will not leave an Iraqi without connection. Hand in Hand.