Iraq
Capital: Baghdad
About
Iraq, officially the Republic of Iraq, is a country in West Asia. Located within the Middle East, it is bordered by Saudi Arabia to the south, Turkey to the north, Iran to the east, the Persian Gulf and Kuwait to the southeast, Jordan to the southwest, and Syria to the west. The country covers an area of 438,317 square kilometres (169,235 sq mi) and has a population of over 46 million, making it the 58th largest country by area and the 31st most populous in the world. Baghdad, home to over 8 million people, is the capital city and the largest in the country.
When things are closed
Upcoming public holidays in Iraq. On these dates, expect banks, post offices, and government services to close. Many shops and museums close or run shortened hours; transit typically still runs.
National Day
October 3, 2026
Saturday
Victory Day
December 10, 2026
Thursday
Christmas Day
December 25, 2026
Friday
New Year's Day
January 1, 2027
Friday
Army Day
January 6, 2027
Wednesday
Nowruz
March 21, 2027
Sunday
Cities (5)
References4
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