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  • Connect with fellow Americans in Baghdad

  • Get information in our Baghdad guide

  • Join exciting events and activities

  • Exchange tips about expat life in Baghdad

  • Mathias Döringer

    Iraqi bureaucracy is very different to what I know from Europe. Sharing experiences with fellow expats helped me to overcome many obstacles.

InterNations — A Community for American Expats in Baghdad

Hello to all Americans in Baghdad! Are you interested in getting to know fellow expats in Baghdad? Looking for advice from other Americans, e.g. wondering if there are any bars in Baghdad which will be showing your favorite baseball or American football team’s upcoming match or where to go in town for st■ turkey?

There’s no doubt about it: . The is a city known for , and much more! With the , navigating your way around the city from one place to the next is simple. This also means that if you don’t want to live among the hustle and bustle of the center, you can enjoy a quieter life in , which are away from Baghdad’s center.

Although Baghdad has lots to offer, you might be wondering where and how you can meet other Americans in the city. Luckily, InterNations is here to make this easier for you! You’re warmly invited to join the InterNations community. Within our international network in Baghdad, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.

Connect at Our Events in Baghdad

Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Baghdad. From sailing to spirituality, there is sure to be something for everyone! In most communities, there are also monthly Newcomers’ Events especially for those who have recently joined the American community in Baghdad. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Baghdad.

Nov 30, 2021, 12:15 PM
10 attendees
We are Pleased to invite you to our second in- person event in Baghdad, that will take place at ''Dose Cafe Iraq'' in Al- Karrada District/ 42 St. on the 30th of November at 14:15 Soft drinks and coff
Oct 7, 2021, 1:00 PM
12 attendees
Pleased to invite you to our first in- person event in Baghdad, that will take place at ''The Grinders Coffee House'' in Zayouna in the 7th of October at 14:00 Soft drinks and coffee will be a good
Aug 7, 2021, 7:00 PM
155 attendees
Are you witnessing the hottest summer ever at your location? Is your hometown struggling with floods and fires which have never happened before? Is the weather not the usual August weather? Whether
Jul 3, 2021, 6:00 PM
43 attendees
The development in the world of communications and technology brought about the advent of the internet revolution and social networking, which brought about the whole world together in one screen. Bes

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    From United States of America, living in Baghdad
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    From United States of America, living in Baghdad
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    From United States of America, living in Baghdad
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    From United States of America, living in Baghdad
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    From United States of America, living in Baghdad

Meet other Americans in Baghdad

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Find People Who Share Your Passions

The "City Given By God", Baghdad can be a great place for expats, especially with the InterNations community helping you to make the most of your experience!

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living in Baghdad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in Baghdad’s finest restaurants or outings with other expats to explore all that the has to offer, from the al-Shaheed Monument, also known as the Martyr's Memorial, to the Monument to the Unknown Soldier, and much more.

Find other Americans to share your hobbies with

Enjoy the International Experience with InterNations

  • Browse our network of members to get to know American expats in Baghdad and connect with others.
  • Take part in our expat forums to get firsthand tips and information from fellow Americans in Baghdad.
  • Meet other American expats and global minds at 600 monthly official events and share your interests at more than 4,600 monthly activities in Baghdad and across the globe.

InterNations provides an easy, casual way to get to know expats from the USA and further afield in your local community. Sound good? Then let us welcome you into our Baghdad Community today!

Mix and Mingle with Americans in Baghdad at Our Events

Our Baghdad community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Baghdad’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow American expats to discover the fertile, settled lands of former Mesopotamia. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from the United States of America in your local community and meet Americans in Iraq in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Americans living in Baghdad!

  • Mathias Döringer

    Iraqi bureaucracy is very different to what I know from Europe. Sharing experiences with fellow expats helped me to overcome many obstacles.

  • Isabella Martinez

    As you can imagine, expat living in Baghdad is difficult at times. The InterNations community helped me a lot to cope with the daily challenges!

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