Al-Shib border shut since 21 Oct; pilgrims pointed to air routes
The Ministry of Religious Affairs says the only Iran–Iraq land crossing at Al-Shib has been shut since 21 October and urges travellers already in Iran to follow updated guidance.
The Ministry of Religious Affairs says the Al-Shib border—the only land route from Iran into Iraq—is closed.
Movement of passengers, vehicles and commercial goods through Al-Shib has been suspended since 21 October until further orders.
Pakistani pilgrims in Iran may travel to Iraq via Baghdad and Najaf international airports.
Pilgrims should review new travel instructions; ziarat group organisers must inform travellers of the closure.
No alternative land route is available while Al-Shib remains shut.