Africazine:
Iraq leads Arab nations in tourism to Turkiye, showcasing a significant rise in visitor numbers.
In December 2025, Iraq sent over 74,000 tourists to Turkiye, surpassing previous years’ figures. This marks an increase from 70,075 visitors in December 2024 and 64,185 in December 2023.
Iraq Tops Arab Tourist Rankings in Turkiye
The Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism reported that Iraq ranked first among Arab countries for tourist visits to Turkiye in December 2025. With 74,007 visitors, Iraq outperformed other nations, indicating a strong interest in travel to Turkiye.
Following Iraq, Saudi Arabia came in second with 46,451 visitors, while Algeria secured third place with 35,618 tourists. Egypt, Lebanon, and Morocco also contributed significantly to the tourist influx.
Iraq: Key figures on tourist visits to Turkiye
- 74,007 visitors in December 2025
- 70,075 visitors in December 2024
- 64,185 visitors in December 2023
- 46,451 visitors from Saudi Arabia
- 35,618 visitors from Algeria
Context of Iraq’s Tourism Surge
The increase in Iraqi tourists reflects a growing trend of travel to Turkiye, which has become a popular destination for many Arab nationals. The statistics indicate a steady rise in tourism from Iraq over the past three years, highlighting the country’s preference for Turkiye as a travel destination.
Future Tourism Prospects
- Continued growth in tourist numbers is expected.
- Monitoring of tourism trends will be essential for future planning.
Iraq’s surge in tourism to Turkiye underscores its growing appeal as a travel destination.
