It is best to carry a generous mix of smaller Iraqi Dinar banknotes, especially 1,000, 5,000, and 10,000 IQD bills, for everyday expenses, tea, spices, and souvenirs. Vendors at small stalls often lack enough change to break large 25,000 or 50,000 IQD notes for modest purchases. Carrying notes in a secure pouch is recommended, as transactions rely on physical cash. For more: Shopping and Bargaining in Iraqi Souqs: A Guide to Crafts, Spices, and Cash Etiquette