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Abu al-Kahṣib, Basra, Iraq – Iraq Flag

Current Date And Time In Abu al-Kahṣib, Iraq

Saturday, 25 July 2026
23:50:28 AST
State: Basra
Currency: Iraqi Dinar (IQD)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (AST)
Population: 357,771
District: Abu Al-Khaseeb District

✈️ Abu al-Kahṣib, Basra, Iraq - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Abu al-Kahṣib, Basra, Iraq using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Abu al-Kahṣib.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Abu al-Kahṣib with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Abu al-Kahṣib — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Iraq, which includes Abu al-Kahṣib, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Iraq before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Iraq's time zone +03:00, country calling code +964 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .IQ. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Abu al-Kahṣib.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+03:00
📞 Country Calling Code+964
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.IQ

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Iraq — police 104, ambulance 122, fire brigade 115, general emergency 112. Store these in your phone before you reach Abu al-Kahṣib. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Abu al-Kahṣib.

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Police
104
🚑
Ambulance
122
🚒
Fire
115
📞
General
112

📊 Iraq At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Iraq — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.686
Medium
👤
Life Expectancy
72.4
years
📚
Literacy Rate
84.1%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$6,074
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
15.5%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Iraq development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Abu al-Kahṣib for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Abu al-Kahṣib
International Airport • BSR
Basra International Airport
Basra, IQ
24
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Abu al-Kahṣib's exact coordinates, or Basra's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Abu al-Kahṣib From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Abu al-Kahṣib to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)931 km579 mi~ 1h 51m
Paris (France)4,318 km2,683 mi~ 5h 50m
London (United Kingdom)4,550 km2,827 mi~ 6h 06m
Singapore (Singapore)6,711 km4,170 mi~ 8h 39m
Tokyo (Japan)8,240 km5,120 mi~ 10h 27m
New York (United States)10,101 km6,277 mi~ 12h 38m
Toronto (Canada)10,185 km6,329 mi~ 12h 44m
Los Angeles (United States)12,697 km7,890 mi~ 15h 41m
Sydney (Australia)12,963 km8,055 mi~ 16h
Auckland (New Zealand)15,110 km9,389 mi~ 18h 32m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Abu al-Kahṣib, Iraq is set to Arabia Standard Time (AST) with a current offset of UTC +03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Abu al-Kahṣib requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneArabia Standard Time (AST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time11:50 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Abu al-Kahṣib to Major World Cities

It is currently 11:50 PM on Saturday in Abu al-Kahṣib. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Abu al-Kahṣib right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Abu al-Kahṣib
New York (United States)Sat, 4:50 PM7h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 1:50 PM10h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 4:50 PM7h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 9:50 PM2h behind
Paris (France)Sat, 10:50 PM1h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 12:50 AM1h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 4:50 AM5h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 5:50 AM6h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 6:50 AM7h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 8:50 AM9h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Abu al-Kahṣib — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Abu al-Kahṣib is the Iraqi dinar (IQD), written as ع.د. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
ع.د 1,310.43
IQD
€ 1 Euro
ع.د 1,490.81
IQD
£ 1 British Pound
ع.د 1,745.42
IQD
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
ع.د 914.68
IQD
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
ع.د 929.21
IQD

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Abu al-Kahṣib

Knowing which languages are used in Abu al-Kahṣib helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
ArabicKurdishAssyrian Neo-AramaicIraqi TurkmenArmenian

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Abu al-Kahṣib. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Al Başrah al Qadimah (Basra, Iraq)6 mi9 kmNW
⬆️
Abi al Khaşib (Basra, Iraq)6 mi10 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Qaḑa’ Shaţţ al ‘Arab (Basra, Iraq)6 mi10 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Basrah (Basra, Iraq)7 mi12 kmNW
⬆️
Naḩiyat ‘Atbah (Basra, Iraq)9 mi14 kmENE
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Abu al-Kahṣib

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Abu al-Kahṣib is the Petra (Jordan), about 1,192 km away. Straight-line distances from Abu al-Kahṣib to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan1,192 km741 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India2,953 km1,835 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy3,392 km2,108 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China6,122 km3,804 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil11,373 km7,067 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico12,668 km7,872 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru13,645 km8,479 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Abu al-Kahṣib shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Basra and Iraq. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Basra Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Basra, including major hub cities.
✈️ Iraq Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Iraq.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Abu al-Kahṣib, Iraq runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/G socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Abu al-Kahṣib and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Abu al-Kahṣib.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
GType G: Three rectangular pins
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🧭 Abu al-Kahṣib's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Abu al-Kahṣib

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Abu al-Kahṣib. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Abu al-Kahṣib — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Abu al-Kahṣib

Abu al-Kahṣib keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Iraq. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Abu al-Kahṣib

The closest airport to Abu al-Kahṣib is Basra International Airport (BSR), about 24 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Abu al-Kahṣib From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Abu al-Kahṣib needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Abu al-Kahṣib gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Abu al-Kahṣib

Abu al-Kahṣib rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Abu al-Kahṣib — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Abu al-Kahṣib

ℹ️ Abu al-Kahṣib OverviewSee the full profile of Abu al-Kahṣib — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Abu al-Kahṣib MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Abu al-Kahṣib for distance and direction.
💰 Abu al-Kahṣib CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Abu al-Kahṣib

What side of the road do people drive on in Abu al-Kahṣib?

Abu al-Kahṣib, like the rest of Iraq, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Abu al-Kahṣib use?

Abu al-Kahṣib runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/G sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Abu al-Kahṣib?

In Abu al-Kahṣib, reach police on 104, ambulance on 122, fire brigade on 115, a general emergency line on 112. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Abu al-Kahṣib?

Basra International Airport (BSR) is the nearest airport to Abu al-Kahṣib, about 24 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Abu al-Kahṣib in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Abu al-Kahṣib runs on Arabia Standard Time (UTC +03:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Abu al-Kahṣib?

Abu al-Kahṣib shares the official and regional languages of Basra and Iraq — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Abu al-Kahṣib?

No — Abu al-Kahṣib uses the Iraqi dinar (IQD), symbol ع.د. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Abu al-Kahṣib currency page for live rates.