Important information from the Embassy
In light of the recent escalation in the region we kindly urge you to carefully observe the following indications and remain alert:
- Swiss nationals on the ground are required to follow the instructions of the local authorities.
- In the event of a further deterioration in the security situation, Switzerland may only be able to provide its services to a limited extent or not at all and may only be able to provide limited assistance in emergencies. The principles of personal responsibility and subsidiarity in accordance with the Swiss Abroad Act apply.
- The decision to leave a crisis region is made voluntarily, at the traveler’s own risk and expense. Information on flight connections can be obtained from the airlines. Swiss nationals wishing to leave the country should contact the airlines and tour operators for information on departure options.
Below are useful contacts for emergency and travel assistance:
Emergency Services – Federal Iraq (Baghdad):
- Police: 112 or 911
- Ambulance (Red Crescent): 997
- Fire Brigade: 105
- Traffic Police: 993
- Ministry of Interior: +964 11 401 1111
- General Emergency Number: 104
Emergency Services – Kurdistan Region (Erbil):
- Emergency Police: 104 / 124 / 134 / 144
- Erbil Police Directorate: 2223 2968
- Ankawa Police Station: 06622 51164
- Fire Station: 066115 / 125115
- Security of Erbil: 222 5183 / 222 0230
- Maternity Hospital: 066222 2465
- Rezgary Hospital: 066227 3883 / 066227 3885 / 066227 2689 / 066227 3882 / 066227 1518 / 066227 1516
Airport Information:
- Baghdad International Airport: +964 66 211 3300 | iraqcivil47@gmail.com
- Basra International Airport: +964 40 886 399 basra.airport@icaa.gov.iq
- Erbil International Airport: +964 66 281 0000 | info@eia.krd
Airline Contact Numbers:
- Iraqi Airways: +964 770 390 0492 | dg.office@ia.gov.iq | Customer Service: 5511
- Royal Jordanian Airlines: +964 782 330 0001 | rgwtmrj@rj.com
- Turkish Airlines: +964 782 202 1777 | skgops@thy.com
- Qatar Airways: +964 783 500 6216 | dqinfo@qatarairways.com.qa\
We encourage you to stay updated through official channels and ensure your contact details are up to date.
