Security Alert for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Embassy Iraq (June 15, 2025)
Location: Iraq, countrywide
Event: The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad is aware of the increased potential for foreign terrorist organization-inspired violence or attacks against U.S. businesses and locations frequented by U.S. citizens. We urge all U.S. citizens in Iraq to avoid locations frequented by foreigners and any large gatherings or crowds.
The U.S. Embassy in Iraq will continue to assess the situation and provide additional information as needed. The Department of State maintains a Level 4 Travel Advisory (“Do Not Travel”) for Iraq. U.S. citizens should not travel to Iraq for any reason.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Baghdad
Al-Kindi Street
International Zone
Baghdad, Iraq
Business Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday through Thursday
Telephone: +964-760-030-3000 or +1-301-985-8841 from the United States
Emergency after-hours telephone: +964-760-030-3000 or +1-301-985-8841, and ask for the duty officer
Email: BaghdadACS@state.gov
U.S. Consulate General Erbil
413 Ishtar, Ankawa
Erbil, Iraq
Business Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm, Sunday through Thursday
Telephone: +964-66-211-4000 or +1-240-264-3467, ext. 4554, from the United States
Emergency after-hours telephone: +964-66-211-4000 or +1-240-264-3467, ext. 4554, and ask for the duty officer
Email: ErbilACS@state.gov
Actions to Take:
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates.
- Prepare a plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist .
- Avoid all large gatherings and crowds.
- Monitor local media for information.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Remain vigilant for anything appearing out of the ordinary.
- Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter/X .
