Is Iraq Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
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Rosem
Iraq
Zakho, Solo travel
Zaxo was great, i had so much fun and the people are so kind , i danced a lot 🤣 and the places were really so beautiful i stayed for one day with my bestie , we couldn’t stay it was snowing I wish if i knew girl living in zaxo would’ve been so much fun.💓
Posted: January 4, 2026
Melodie
France
Iraq, Solo travel
As a solo traveler, i challenged myself with a trip to an oriental and exotic place. Iraq. I visited only the kurdish part of the country and i felt relatively safe: you will not encounter many women in public places but dont mind the men looking they’re just a little surprised. But believe me they’re happy to have tourists visit them and interact with them. Every day is an adventure ☺️
Posted: January 28, 2025Is Iraq safe for women?
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Erbil
Don’t believe the media, Iraq in general is so underrated and people are so friendly and kind. Of course as any other country there is some places are not that safe especially for solo travelers women, but they are just few places so, don’t hesitate to visit iraq
Posted: June 25, 2026
Nada
Iraq
Its not safe i really would love to escape my toxic household nobody knows how i live i hate it here my parents always talk bad things and stuff like i wish you were never born and most of the times my parents hit me all of my body have bruises so thats why i downloaded this app i dont have that much of money but i have like 3 thousand dollars not more i wish someone could help me please🥲
Posted: May 4, 2026Rosem
Duhok
Ah duhok is amazing, i love everything about duhok The trees ,the mountains , the weather and also duhok is really safe for women people are kind and respectful, i can yap about this city for days haha😭❤️
Posted: January 4, 2026
Zheenhat
Duhok
Duhok is a calm and safe city, especially for women. People are respectful, and the atmosphere is peaceful. Fun fact: people here are very generous. If they know you’re a traveler, they often insist on paying — especially for food or a taxi.
Posted: January 2, 2026Baghdad
It’s completely safe at all times except after 12 a.m. in certain areas. I don’t think it’s safe for women to walk alone then, but if she’s with someone, that’s fine. In other parts of Baghdad, it’s totally safe to walk alone even at that time.
Posted: November 2, 2025Iraq
It’s fairly safe as long as you’re not alone , And I would say as long as you ignore the men and stay away from shady women Also staying away from Arab areas should be fairly good I don’t wanna be that person but Stay away from Syrians here And stay away from men who pretend to be overly nice Which is a basic wherever you travel Just be brave do your research Don’t go to rural areas alone
Posted: June 9, 2025Safety in Iraq
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Nihad
Erbil
Can host for:
3 days
About me
I’m Nihad ✨ If a trip doesn’t involve a massive adrenaline rush by day and a dance floor by night, is it even a vacation? 🤷♀️🔥 I’m always down for wild adventures, hunting for the ultimate sunset view, and walking around not knowing the final destination. Back home, I’m a full-time mom to my two cat children (yes, they are my actual babies 🐾). Looking for my next travel squad to chase thrills, dress up, and make some unforgettable memories! ✈️🥂💃💅🏼
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Kaziwa,
Erbil
Can host for:
3 days
About me
My name is kaziwa, I live in Erbil, Iraq. I work with United Nations agencies and HR freelance. I have graduated twice engineering and Human Resources 😅 enjoining the travel and experience the weird things. Hope to connecting with more women around the world and get to know each others, shares the experiences, learning together, and besides making a sisterhood from the top of our hearts 🌺 Welcome to my city once again.
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