Erbil Governorate

Erbil Governorate is an administrative region in northeast Iraq comprising several districts across a broad geographic area. The territory includes multiple urban centers and rural areas served by various roads, services, and facilities.

The area has been inhabited since ancient times and served as a trade and administrative center through various periods. The region experienced shifts in control and governance as different powers influenced the broader region over centuries.

The region functions as an educational and research hub with universities shaping daily life and drawing students from across the country. These institutions create a focused community oriented toward learning and professional development.

Access is provided through an international airport serving multiple destinations for arriving travelers. Banking and basic services are widely available in urban areas, though rural zones may have fewer options depending on location.

The territory holds a population of 1,763,351 residents and maintains a Human Development Index of 0.702, marking substantial growth in the Kurdistan Region.

Location: Kurdistan Region

Capital city: Erbil

Shares border with: Duhok Governorate, Kirkuk Governorate, Nineveh Governorate, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, West Azarbaijan Province

Website: https://hawlergov.org

GPS coordinates: 36.18333,44.03333

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:07