Franzmax
Italian expat in Iraq
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Cost of living in Iraq 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Iraq in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Iraq you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Iraq? > accommodation prices > ...
Depends which is your standard and what kind of area you want to be. In a good area mostly inhabited by locals you can find a large house in the range of 500-800 USD. Add 200 USD for the Christian municipality of Ankawa, just north of Erbil. In a ... Read More
Working for Sheraton Dohuk! Anyone from the area to hang out? by vsartory
Hi people, I'm Viktor, Hungarian and moved to Dohuk not too long ago. I'm working for Sheraton Dohuk. If someone's from the area let's hang out
Hi Viktor. I'm Italian and living in Duhok. The expat community is not large in town, and mostly made by members of NGOs (not myself, by the way), so you can hardly see them hanging out at the Sheraton.... You have any free day/hours with your ... Read More
Security in Iraqi Kurdistan on the Decline by SlemaniBob
Increasing number of bombings in towns all over Iraqi Kurdistan, not all publicized. US embassy advising its citizens to leave. Travel between cities not advised. Advised not to attend large gatherings. Many xpats heading out. University enrollments ...
Embassies and Consulates always want to stay on the safe side. And rightly so: they will never tell you that a place is secure because they would be subject of harsh criticism if anything happens. Now think of this: there is hundreds of western ... Read More
New members of the Iraq forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Iraq forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
I live in Dohuk since one year after having been in Erbil for two years. I am Italian. I know it is a big effort reassuring friends and relatives that I am not in danger... But I also brought here my wife and my daughter during school holidays, and ... Read More
New members of the Iraq forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Iraq forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Living in Erbil or in Suli or in Dohuk is safer than in any big town in Europe. How many towns you know where wandering around alone in a park after sunset is safe for a lady? And chances of being shot in a school in Kurdistan are much lower than in ... Read More
Security in Iraqi Kurdistan on the Decline by SlemaniBob
Increasing number of bombings in towns all over Iraqi Kurdistan, not all publicized. US embassy advising its citizens to leave. Travel between cities not advised. Advised not to attend large gatherings. Many xpats heading out. University enrollments ...
I am sorry Bob, but you are misinformed. The attack southwest of Erbil is more or less routine. The area of Gwer-Makhmour is the theater of harsh fightings since past August. Only, this time it was reported by the international press: this is the ... Read More
Security in Iraqi Kurdistan on the Decline by SlemaniBob
Increasing number of bombings in towns all over Iraqi Kurdistan, not all publicized. US embassy advising its citizens to leave. Travel between cities not advised. Advised not to attend large gatherings. Many xpats heading out. University enrollments ...
My point is that i can't see why the road to the north is not secure. You mention it's winding, mountainous and goes through villages. This makes it slower to drive, not unsecure. Also, should hostile forces menace to take over the town, no ... Read More
Security in Iraqi Kurdistan on the Decline by SlemaniBob
Increasing number of bombings in towns all over Iraqi Kurdistan, not all publicized. US embassy advising its citizens to leave. Travel between cities not advised. Advised not to attend large gatherings. Many xpats heading out. University enrollments ...
What is the problem with winding mountain roads crossing villages? No, really... I am surprised by your statement. I have been around a lot on such roads and small villages and I can't see where is the problem. May be you have always been in ... Read More
Moving to Erbil - what items are harder to find compared to US? by Zachary1
A few days ago I accepted a new post in Erbil, will be relocating at the end of the month. So have a few weeks to wrap up my life and job here. My new post will be providing accommodations for me, so that makes things a bit easier. I will be ...
I mostly agree with previous answers. Bring in books, if you need the the good feeling of paper, or an e-reader. As for clothing: no problem at all for anything casual. For business suits you can find almost anything in the "luxury" ... Read More
Cost of living in Iraq 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Iraq in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Iraq you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Iraq? > accommodation prices > ...
City: Dohuk- Kurdistan Region > accommodation prices: 1000$ > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc.) 2 taxi per day = 5$ x30 days = 150$ > food prices (your monthly budget) in average 300$ (single) > health prices (for ... Read More
New members of the Iraq forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Iraq forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Christina, Sorry, I am a man... and therefore I can't help you much on a women's point of view on the city of Duhok. I can tell you that the climate is much more pleasant than in Erbil but can be freezing cold in the heart of the winter. A ... Read More
Cycling groups in Erbil by kingair350
Hi guys, Please could you advise on cycling groups in Erbil? I am a very keen cyclist, onraod and offroad, averaging about 150km road and 90km offroad rides at a time. I would love to get info on cycling here in Erbil. Thanks very much!
......... if anyone is interested in rock climbing I heard there are some bolted climbs within an hour of erbil near shaklawa. Or has anyone has heard if there is an indoor gym?Why seeking for indoor climbing (horrible, just good for training) when ... Read More
New members of the Iraq forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Iraq forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello all. I'am living in Duhok since a month, after having been in Erbil over two years. I work for an engineering company for a local Ministry. I look forward to meet other expats living in Duhok. Ciao. Read More
Cycling groups in Erbil by kingair350
Hi guys, Please could you advise on cycling groups in Erbil? I am a very keen cyclist, onraod and offroad, averaging about 150km road and 90km offroad rides at a time. I would love to get info on cycling here in Erbil. Thanks very much!
I am interested in climbing as well!Mahmoud, you shall join the "Rock Ur Bones" group on Facebook. They organize hikes from Erbil almost weekly (on Fridays) and some are climbers too. Also do not forget there is a climbing wall at Sami ... Read More
Work and life in Kurdistan by fasahf
hello all i am a doctor of medicine(general phisition)and like to live in kurdistan of iraq.i can give an offer easy,how is the situation of work and life there for me.thanks alot
I am living in Kurdistan since over two years. I can confirm it is safe. Even safer than some big cities in the west. Would you take a walk alone in a big park after sunset in your hometown? Well, you can do that here. And that big guy that suddenly ... Read More