Drinking in public streets, parks, squares, or along riverbanks is unacceptable and illegal across the country. In the Kurdistan Region, alcohol should only be consumed inside licensed venues or private accommodations, and retail purchases are wrapped in opaque black bags for discreet transport. In Federal Iraq, any consumption must remain strictly inside private hotel rooms or homes. Additionally, travelers should avoid presenting alcohol as a gift to local hosts, offering dates, pastries, or sweets instead. For more: Alcohol Laws and Nightlife in Iraq: Hotel Bars, Dry Cities, and Social Etiquette