What etiquette should travelers follow when photographing women or families in Iraq?

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Conservative social norms apply across Iraqi governorates, so you must always ask for permission before photographing women or families. In traditional settings, direct your request politely to the father, husband, or brother. If anyone declines, lower your camera immediately without hesitation. For more: [Photography and Drone Rules in Iraq: Checkpoints, Etiquette, and Permissions](https://visit-iraq.com/en/blog/photography-and-drone-rules-in-iraq-checkpoints-etiquette-and-permissions)