Moving to Iraq from Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha to Iraq — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha to Iraq, and you’d need to navigate life in Arabic, Aramaic and Sorani. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha to Iraq.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2013

per 100,000 people per year

SH
0.0
IQ
9.4

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Iraq across all safety metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

SH
18.3
IQ
14.4

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Iraq across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

SH
14.0%
IQ
15.5%

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Iraq across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

SH
80.5 yrs
IQ
73.2 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

SH
19.2
IQ
19.6

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Iraq across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha and Iraq. To live, work, or study long-term in Iraq, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Iraq's immigration authority.

Iraq passport

Iraq passport holder visiting Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Iraq passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Iraq?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Iraq has 14.4 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Iraq safe for expats?

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Iraq across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Iraq is 9.4 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.0 in Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha.

What language do they speak in Iraq?

The official languages in Iraq are Arabic, Aramaic and Sorani. In Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

SH IQ
Population 7,925 40,462,701
Currency Saint Helena Pound (SHP) Iraqi Dinar (IQD)
Languages English Arabic, Aramaic, Sorani
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +2 +964
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 104