eSIM Iraq plans
Every plan below is prepaid and data-only. Pay once in US dollars, install it before you travel, and nothing renews on its own.
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Using your phone in Iraq
The main gateway is Baghdad International (BGW) and Erbil International (EBL). Scan your eSIM Iraq QR code at home, then switch the line on when the plane lands, and you can message your hotel or driver straight away.
For transport, travelers rely on Careem and Baly. Your eSIM coverage follows the places people actually go, from Baghdad, Erbil and Basra to the roads between them.
You'll see Arabic and Kurdish on most signs, so a camera-translate app is worth having on mobile data. Prices are in Iraqi dinar, and your bank's one-time codes still arrive on your home SIM.
Good to know before you go
- Check your government's travel advice first. Kurdistan uses different networks from the rest of Iraq.
Networks and signal in Iraq
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Best eSIM for Iraq: which plan to pick
The best eSIM for Iraq is the one that covers your whole stay with data to spare. Maps, messaging and browsing use about 0.5 to 1 GB a day. Video calls, streaming and hotspot use more, so size up if you work on the road.
- Light0.5 GB/day
- Regular1 GB/day
- Heavy1.5 GB+/day
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Install and switch on your eSIM
Set up your eSIM for Iraq in three steps
- 1Choose your plan
Decide how many days you'll be in Iraq and how heavily you use data, then pick the plan that covers both. Not sure about your phone? See compatible phones.
- 2Install before you fly
Open My eSIMs, scan the QR code on Wi-Fi, and label the new line "Travel" so it's easy to find later.
- 3Connect on arrival
When you land in Iraq, turn the LinkPaLS line on, set it as your mobile data line and switch on data roaming for that line. See how to activate eSIM.
eSIM, local SIM or roaming: what works best in Iraq
| Feature | Best for most tripsLinkPaLS eSIM | Local SIM card | Home roaming |
|---|---|---|---|
| Set up | At home, before you fly | On arrival, at a shop or kiosk | Already on |
| ID needed | None | Usually a passport | None |
| Your home number | Stays on | Removed while the SIM is out | Stays on |
| Cost | Fixed, paid once | Low, but only after arrival | Often the most expensive |
| Best for | Most travelers | Long stays with a local number | Very short emergency use |
A local SIM can be cheaper on a long stay, but it means a shop visit, often a passport check, and your home number goes dark. For a holiday or business trip to Iraq, the eSIM Iraq wins on time.
Reasons travelers pick an eSIM Iraq
- No ID or KYCYou only need an email address.
- A fixed priceYou know the cost before you fly, and there's nothing to come home to.
- Your number stays onCalls, SMS, WhatsApp and bank one-time passwords keep working on your home SIM.
- Data from touchdownMessage your driver or hotel before you leave the arrivals hall in Baghdad.
- Pay in Iraqi dinar without surprisesCard apps and banking alerts keep working, so you can watch every charge.
Iraq eSIM questions
Still unsure? Email support@linkpals.store and a person replies.
Which eSIM is best for Iraq?
One that matches your days and leaves some data spare. A country plan is usually the better deal for Iraq alone; if the trip continues across borders, a regional plan is simpler.
Does the eSIM work in Erbil and Basra?
Yes. Your eSIM covers Iraq wherever partner networks reach, including Baghdad, Erbil and Basra. Expect slower data or gaps in remote areas, as with any network.
How do I get around Iraq with my eSIM?
Most visitors use Careem and Baly. Live maps and booking apps run on your travel data, so you can share your location or check a route on the move.
Is there any catch with a travel eSIM for Iraq?
Three things to know: the phone must be unlocked and eSIM-ready, a QR code usually installs once, and plans are data-only, so calls go through internet apps.
Can I use my eSIM as a hotspot in Iraq?
Yes. LinkPaLS plans allow tethering, so you can share data with a laptop or a travel partner. Hotspot use drains data faster, so size up your plan.
Do I pay for the eSIM in Iraqi dinar?
No. The plan is charged in US dollars at checkout, one time. Iraqi dinar is only for what you spend on the ground in Iraq.
Which networks does the eSIM Iraq use?
It connects to licensed local partner networks in Iraq.
Is an eSIM worth it for Iraq?
For most visitors, yes. It costs less than roaming, takes two minutes to install at home, and your own number keeps working for calls and codes.
