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  • Meet Brits in Iraq

  • Get information in our Iraq guide

  • Join exciting events and activities

  • Exchange tips about expat life in Iraq

  • Mathias Döringer

    Iraqi bureaucracy is very different to what I know from Europe. Sharing experiences with fellow expats helped me to overcome many obstacles.

InterNations – Connecting Brits living in Iraq

Are you looking for fellow Brits in Iraq? Do you need advice and tips from your British countrymen? Or would you like to go for a trip with other British expats to discover attractions like the fertile, settled lands of former Mesopotamia together?

Whether you are already living as an expat in Iraq or still residing at home in United Kingdom to prepare your relocation abroad, InterNations Iraq provides you with all you need: Founded in 2007, our trusted community has quickly established itself as the international networking platform for expats and global minds worldwide. Among our members there is also a number of British expats in Iraq, hailing from all across United Kingdom - from Cardiff, over Glasgow to London.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

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Meet other Brits at our events in Iraq

Attend our monthly events and activities for Brits expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

Jul 19, 2024, 12:00 PM
21 attendees
Let us reward our tiring week and make our Friday remarkable. Join us for an exceptional culinary experience at Seasons Restaurant. Enjoy live cooking displays, exquisite BBQ, and the diverse flavors
May 25, 2024, 12:00 PM
9 attendees
Summer is here, and it's the perfect time for a daytime gathering! Join us for a fun weekend at a cozy restaurant where we can enjoy a fantastic lunch package at "The Grill." For just $25, you get a
🎉 Join us for a night of sensational flavors and vibrant tunes! Lord Garden 🍻🎶 where culinary excellence meets musical mastery. Bring your appetite, your friends, and your dancing shoes for a nigh
Mar 14, 2024, 4:00 PM
7 attendees
Ramadan brings us all closer. It is the month for family and friends' gatherings and reunions with our loved ones. Seasons Restaurant at Divan Hotel is offering a rich Iftar Buffet with a varied ass

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    From United Kingdom, living in Erbil
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    From United Kingdom, living in Baghdad
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    From United Kingdom, living in Erbil
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    From United Kingdom, living in Erbil
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    From United Kingdom, living in Erbil
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    From United Kingdom, living in Baghdad
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    From United Kingdom, living in Baghdad
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    From United Kingdom, living in Baghdad
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    From United Kingdom, living in Baghdad
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    From United Kingdom, living in Erbil

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

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Receive Information and Tips about Iraq from British Expats

Obviously, embarking on expat life in Iraq is not only about packing boxes and getting some paperwork done. The regular exchange with your British compatriots is also an important aspect of the expat experience and can help you get accustomed to the Iraqi culture and people. InterNations helps you meet and interact with other Brits in Iraq, living in Baghdad, Mosul, Basra and many other places across the country. Just take a look at our group ofBrits in Erbil orBrits in Baghdad.

So, if you should ever feel like speaking your mother tongue, finding out where to shop for British food, or chatting about your favorite team’s latest match, join the British InterNations Community:

  • Browse our high-quality expat network to find like-minded expatriates from United Kingdom in Iraq.
  • Receive and share advice in our Iraq Expat Forums – e.g. how to find a nanny speaking your kids’ native tongue or where to shop for roast beef in Baghdad...
  • Browse the InterNations Places database for Iraq to find institutions like the nearest British embassy and many others.

From the fertile, settled lands of former Mesopotamia to the small coastline bordering the Persian Gulf, we’ll get you in touch with helpful and friendly British expats in Iraq.

Take Part in Various Expat Activities to Meet Fellow Brits in Iraq

Additionally, you are cordially invited to participate in our regular expat events and activities taking place in Iraq. Our events cover various interests and range from a small expat dinner to enjoy the traditional Iraqi masgouf, to big expat get-togethers with hundreds of guests in Baghdad's top locations. You may also join one of our expat excursions for a weekend trip to visit Lower Mesopotamia, the cradle of ancient civilizations, the vast Iraqi desert, and other impressive landmarks across Iraq.

This way, our events and activities are a very nice occasion to meet fellow expats from United Kingdom and around the world in a casual atmosphere. Interested? Sign up for membership and you’ll soon be welcomed with a warm Hello from our Brits living in Iraq!

  • Mathias Döringer

    Iraqi bureaucracy is very different to what I know from Europe. Sharing experiences with fellow expats helped me to overcome many obstacles.

  • Isabella Martinez

    As you can imagine, expat living in Baghdad is difficult at times. The InterNations community helped me a lot to cope with the daily challenges!

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