List of tallest buildings in Iraq
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This list of the tallest buildings in Iraq ranks skyscrapers and high-rises in Iraq by height. As of 2026, Iraq has a relatively small number of skyscrapers compared to neighboring countries, a situation largely shaped by decades of conflict, economic instability, and delays in large-scale urban development. Currently, only eight buildings in the country exceed 150 m (490 ft) in height, most of which are located in Baghdad and primarily serve mixed-use, residential, or hotel functions. In recent years, renewed investment and post-conflict reconstruction efforts have resulted in several high-rise projects being proposed or entering construction, signaling a gradual shift toward vertical development in Iraq’s major urban centers.
This list ranks completed and topped-out skyscrapers and high-rises in Iraq that stand at least 300 ft (91 m) tall, based on standard height measurement. This includes spires and architectural details, but does not include antenna masts. The "Year" column indicates the year in which a building was completed.
| Rank | Name | Image | Height m (ft) |
Floors | Year | City | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | E1 Tower |  |
180 m (590 ft) | 48 | 2023 | Erbil | The tallest building in Iraq. Formerly known as Zaniary Tower.[1] |
| 2 | Central Bank of Iraq Tower |  |
171.9 m (564 ft) | 37 | 2026 | Baghdad | The tallest office building in Iraq. Designed by Zaha Hadid.[2][3] |
| 3= | Jaff Tower A | _City_-_Kurdistan_-_Iraq.jpg) |
155 m (509 ft) | 32 | 2013 | Sulaymaniyah | The co-tallest residential building in Iraq. Tallest building in Iraq from 2013 to 2023. |
| 3= | Jaff Tower B | |
155 m (509 ft) | 32 | 2014 | Sulaymaniyah | |
| 4= | London Tower A | 153 m (502 ft) | 51 | 2026 | Erbil | [4] | |
| 4= | London Tower B | 153 m (502 ft) | 51 | 2026 | Erbil | ||
| 4= | London Tower C | 153 m (502 ft) | 51 | 2026 | Erbil | ||
| 5 | Grand Millennium Hotel |  |
150 m (490 ft) | 39 | 2013 | Sulaymaniyah | Tallest hotel in Iraq. |
| 6 | Cavalli Tower | 149 m (489 ft) | 50 | 2025 | Erbil | [5] | |
| 7= | Tulip Tower 1 | 145 m (476 ft) | 44 | 2026 | Erbil | [6] | |
| 7= | Tulip Tower 2 | 145 m (476 ft) | 44 | 2026 | Erbil | ||
| 7= | Tulip Tower 3 | 145 m (476 ft) | 44 | 2026 | Erbil | ||
| 7= | Tulip Tower 4 | 145 m (476 ft) | 44 | 2026 | Erbil | ||
| 8= | Downtown Baghdad Tower A | 132 m (433 ft) | 35 | 2026 | Baghdad | ||
| 8= | Downtown Baghdad Tower B | 132 m (433 ft) | 35 | 2026 | Baghdad | ||
| 8= | Downtown Baghdad Tower E | 132 m (433 ft) | 35 | 2026 | Baghdad | ||
| 8= | Downtown Baghdad Tower F | 132 m (433 ft) | 35 | 2026 | Baghdad | ||
| 9= | Justice Tower | 130 m (430 ft) | 40 | 2016 | Erbil | [7] | |
| 9= | Empire Business Tower |  |
130 m (430 ft) | 33 | 2011 | Erbil | Tallest building in Iraq from 2011 to 2013.[8] |
| 10 | Rayhaan Rotana |  |
120 m (390 ft) | 32 | 2017 | Baghdad | |
| 11 | Quattro Towers | 116 m (381 ft) | 29 | 2017 | Erbil | ||
| 12 | Ishtar Hotel |  |
99 m (325 ft) | 21 | 1982 | Baghdad | Formerly known as Ishtar Sheraton Hotel & Casino. Seriously damaged during a bomb attack on October 2005. Tallest building in Iraq from 1982 to 2011. |
Under construction
This section lists skyscrapers and high-rises in Iraq that are under construction and are expected to rise over 300 ft (91 m) in height. As of 2026, Baghdad’s skyline is growing rapidly, with five supertall skyscrapers and more than 45 skyscrapers planned to reach at least 328 ft (100 m), along with numerous additional proposals.
| Name | Height | Floors | Estimated Completion | City | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Iraq Tower | 380 m (1,250 ft) | 80 | 2028 | Baghdad | [9] |
| Amwaj Twin Towers | 330 m (1,080 ft) | 70 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Dijlah Dreams Tower 1 | 240 m (790 ft) | 60 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Dijlah Dreams Tower 2 | 240 m (790 ft) | 60 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Dijlah Dreams Tower 3 | 240 m (790 ft) | 60 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Al-Asreeyah Tower 1 | 220 m (720 ft) | 52 | TBA | Baghdad | [10] |
| Al-Asreeyah Tower 2 | 220 m (720 ft) | 52 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Nawas Tower | 210 m (690 ft) | 50 | TBA | Baghdad | [11] |
| Heritage Towers | 186 m (610 ft) | 48 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Kurd Tower 1 | 175 m (574 ft) | 33 | TBA | Sulaymaniyah | [12] |
| Kurd Tower 2 | 175 m (574 ft) | 33 | TBA | Sulaymaniyah | |
| Dragh Tower 1 | 170 m (560 ft) | 47 | TBA | Baghdad | [13] |
| Dragh Tower 2 | 170 m (560 ft) | 47 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Dragh Tower 3 | 170 m (560 ft) | 47 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Dragh Tower 4 | 170 m (560 ft) | 47 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Baghdad Grand Palace Hotel | 166 m (545 ft) | 40 | 2026 | Baghdad | |
| Zayouna Tower 1 | 160 m (520 ft) | 41 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Zayouna Tower 2 | 160 m (520 ft) | 41 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Zayouna Tower 3 | 160 m (520 ft) | 41 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Zayouna Tower 4 | 160 m (520 ft) | 41 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Zayouna Tower 5 | 160 m (520 ft) | 41 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Al Firdous Mall Tower | 158 m (518 ft) | 15 | TBA | Karbala | |
| Downtown Baghdad Tower C | 132 m (433 ft) | 35 | 2027 | Baghdad | |
| Downtown Baghdad Tower D | 132 m (433 ft) | 35 | 2027 | Baghdad | |
| Downtown Baghdad Tower G | 132 m (433 ft) | 35 | 2026 | Baghdad | |
| Downtown Baghdad Tower H | 132 m (433 ft) | 35 | 2027 | Baghdad | |
| Al Firdous Towers | 130 m (430 ft) | 36 | TBA | Karbala | |
| Swiss Commercial Tower | 112 m (367 ft) | 26 | TBA | Baghdad | [14] |
| Silk Tower 1 | 110 m (360 ft) | 33 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Silk Tower 2 | 110 m (360 ft) | 33 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Silk Tower 3 | 110 m (360 ft) | 33 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Silk Tower 4 | 110 m (360 ft) | 33 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Silk Tower 5 | 110 m (360 ft) | 33 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Silk Tower 6 | 110 m (360 ft) | 33 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Silk Tower 7 | 110 m (360 ft) | 33 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Diamond Tower 1 | 104 m (341 ft) | 29 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Diamond Tower 2 | 104 m (341 ft) | 29 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Emerald Tower | 102 m (335 ft) | 25 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Wishes Towers | 101 m (331 ft) | 25 | TBA | Karbala | |
| Sky Office Tower | 100 m (330 ft) | 24 | TBA | Baghdad |
On hold
This list ranks skyscrapers and high-rises in Iraq that are currently on hold and were planned to exceed 300 ft (91 m) in height.
| Name | Height | Floors | Estimated Completion | City | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naza Tower | 275 m (902 ft) | 65 | TBA | Erbil | [15] |
| Al-Fakhir Towers | 207 m (679 ft) | 54 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Rixos Baghdad Hotel | 150 m (490 ft) | 30 | TBA | Baghdad | |
| Marriott Hotel | 122 m (400 ft) | 28 | TBA | Erbil |