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Iraq eSIM plans compared: 6 HelloRoam plans on Asia Cell
| Provider | Price (5GB) | Coverage | Rating | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HelloRoam | $18.00 | Asia Cell | 4.9/5 | 180-day refund |
| Airalo | Not verified | 200+ countries | 4.5/5 | Most destinations |
| Holafly | Unlimited | 160 countries | 4.2/5 | Heavy users |
Our top 3 picks for Iraq
We evaluated 6 eSIM plans available for Iraq, comparing them on verified pricing, network coverage, top-up availability, and app quality. Five stood out.
Pros: Iraq coverage on Asia Cell, hotspot sharing and top-up on every plan, 24/7 support in 63 languages, and a 180-day refund on an unactivated eSIM. Cons: Newer brand, smaller community than Airalo.
| Tier | Duration | Discount | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short Stay | 1-2 days | 4% off | $6.70$3.35/day · 2d |
| Week Package | 3-9 days | 8% off | $22.48$3.21/day · 7d |
| Extended Stay | 10-19 days | 11% off | $31.06$3.11/day · 10d |
| Monthly Package | 20-29 days | 15% off | $59.33$2.97/day · 20d |
| Long TermBest Value | 30-365 days | 18% off | $85.85$2.86/day · 30d |
Pros: 200+ countries, top-up available, largest community. Cons: Priced above newer competitors on some routes, support response times can vary.
Pros: Truly unlimited data, full-speed on most plans, live chat support 24/7. Cons: Premium pricing, no per-GB options available.
Network coverage in Iraq on Asia Cell
HelloRoam runs Iraq on Asia Cell, the two 4G networks its plans reach here, and the split matters: Asia Cell holds the Kurdistan Region, Mosul, and central Iraq, while Asia Cell holds Baghdad, Basra, and the Shia pilgrimage cities of Najaf and Karbala. Both networks operate 4G in the major urban areas, and neither carries 5G for visitor plans. Each of the 6 HelloRoam Iraq plans lists both carriers, so the device attaches to whichever is stronger at your destination.
Coverage analysis
Asia Cell covers Erbil city center, the citadel area, Sulaymaniyah, and the main Kurdistan Region towns. Asia Cell 4G covers central Baghdad districts, Basra's commercial zone, and the Kadhimiya and Rusafa areas. Najaf and Karbala both get 4G signal during pilgrimage seasons.
The road between Baghdad and Erbil (via Kirkuk) carries 3G-4G throughout. Remote desert and marsh areas near Basra see reduced 3G coverage.
Activation
Install your Iraq e-sim QR code before flying to Baghdad or Erbil. Asia Cell register the line at Baghdad International Airport (BIAP) and Erbil International Airport (EBL), with no local registration required. Your phone must be carrier-unlocked. iPhone XS or newer and Galaxy S20 or newer support eSIM in Iraq.
HelloRoam Iraq plans start at $4.14 for 1 GB over 7 days.
Data usage tips
Baghdad and Erbil travelers use 400-600 MB per day for navigation, secure messaging, and communications. Journalists and NGO workers making video calls or uploading content use 500 MB to 1 GB per hour on high-quality streams. Keep offline maps for Baghdad, Erbil, and the road network between the major cities downloaded, so navigation stays available at all times.
A 5 GB e SIM plan at $18.00 covers roughly ten days of standard use, and the daily plan at $7.74 carries a high-speed allowance.
eSIM plan pricing in Iraq
Iraq eSIM plans start at $4.14 for 1 GB over 7 days on Asia Cell. The 3 GB plan costs $11.88, the 5 GB plan $18.00, the 10 GB plan $27.00, and the 20 GB plan $51.00. The 20 GB tier works out to $2.55/GB, against $2.70/GB at 10 GB and $3.60/GB at 5 GB.
A daily plan is also listed at $7.74, with a high-speed daily allowance. The verdict: HelloRoam prices 5 GB in Iraq at $18.00 across Asia Cell, and no competitor price for Iraq exists in our comparison data, so judge the rate against two-network coverage rather than against a rival quote.
HelloRoam Iraq eSIM plans from $4.14 for 1 GB on Asia Cell
| Plan | Network | Validity | Price |
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| Iraq 20GB 30Days ⭐ | Asia Cell | 30 days / 20 GB | $51.00 |
| Iraq 10GB 30Days | Asia Cell | 30 days / 10 GB | $27.00 |
| Iraq 5GB 30Days | Asia Cell | 30 days / 5 GB | $18.00 |
| Iraq 3GB 30Days | Asia Cell | 30 days / 3 GB | $11.88 |
| Iraq 1GB 7Days | Asia Cell | 7 days / 1 GB | $4.14 |
| Iraq 2GB/DayFair use policy | Asia Cell | 1 day / 2 GB per day | $7.74 |
Prices verified: September 20, 2026
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