Tourists
Tourists are not exempt. Alcohol is illegal in Iraq; bringing it in, buying it, or using it can trigger the same penalties.
Is Alcohol legal in Iraq?
No.
Alcohol is illegal in Iraq. Updated October 2026.
Alcohol is prohibited for all ages in Iraq.
The recorded ruling
WhereItsLegal indexes Alcohol in Iraq as illegal. Alcohol is prohibited for all ages in Iraq.
Tourists are not exempt. Alcohol is illegal in Iraq; bringing it in, buying it, or using it can trigger the same penalties.
Laws move. The last verified date on this ruling is 2026-10-19. Always read the linked source and local statute before acting.
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Frequently asked
Is Alcohol legal in Iraq?+
No — Alcohol is illegal in Iraq.
Is Alcohol illegal everywhere in Iraq?+
The recorded status for Iraq as a whole is illegal. Local bylaws can still add conditions.
Can tourists use Alcohol in Iraq?+
Tourists are not exempt. Alcohol is illegal in Iraq; bringing it in, buying it, or using it can trigger the same penalties.
When was this Iraq Alcohol ruling last verified?+
Last verified 2026-10-19.
Can you fly with Alcohol into Iraq?+
No. Alcohol is illegal in Iraq; bringing it across a border is not recorded as legal.
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