The Central Bank of Iraq announced that, from October 18, 2026, eligible travelers may receive the USD 2,000 foreign currency allowance once every two months, up to six times a year, replacing the previously announced monthly allocation mechanism to regulate access under existing rules.
Central Bank of Iraq sets USD 2,000 traveler foreign currency allowance at once every two months
From October 18, 2026, the Central Bank of Iraq will provide eligible travelers with a USD 2,000 foreign currency allowance once every two months, capped at six allocations a year.