MigrantoLiving in Iraq
Middle East
Key insights on migration trends, cost of living, visas, economy, and quality of life in Iraq
Work & finance
Cost of livingIQD 205,000/mo · typical spend
Migration trends
Iraq is shaped far more by who leaves than who arrives. Its diaspora has reached 2.3M and grew 40% over the past decade, one of the faster expansions among Middle Eastern populations. The largest communities are in neighboring Türkiye (403.7K), followed by the United States and Germany.
Immigrants344.5K · foreign-born residents
Diaspora2.3M · Iraqis abroad
Trends−2M · more leave than arrive
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Visas & residencyHow hard it is to get a visa and stay long-term
Quality of lifeSafety, healthcare, infrastructure, and well-being
Language & cultureHow easy it is to settle in and adapt to local life
Family & childrenConditions for family life and raising kids
Climate & lifestyleWeather, seasons, and pace of life
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