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 in height, most of which are located in Erbil 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.
Tallest buildings
This list ranks completed and topped-out skyscrapers and high-rises in Iraq that stand at least 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. RankName ImageHeightFloorsYearCity Notes1E1 Tower482023ErbilThe tallest building in Iraq. Formerly known as Zaniary Tower.2Central Bank of Iraq Tower372026BaghdadThe tallest office building in Iraq. Designed by Zaha Hadid.3=Jaff Tower A322013SulaymaniyahThe co-tallest residential building in Iraq. Tallest building in Iraq from 2013 to 2023.3=Jaff Tower B322014Sulaymaniyah4=London Tower A512026Erbil4=London Tower B512026Erbil4=London Tower C512026Erbil5Grand Millennium Hotel392013SulaymaniyahTallest hotel in Iraq.6Cavalli Tower502025Erbil7=Tulip Tower 1442026Erbil7=Tulip Tower 2442026Erbil7=Tulip Tower 3442026Erbil7=Tulip Tower 4442026Erbil8=Downtown Baghdad Tower A352026Baghdad8=Downtown Baghdad Tower B352026Baghdad8=Downtown Baghdad Tower E352026Baghdad8=Downtown Baghdad Tower F352026Baghdad9=Justice Tower402016Erbil9=Empire Business Tower332011ErbilTallest building in Iraq from 2011 to 2013.10Rayhaan Rotana322017Baghdad11Quattro Towers292017Erbil12Ishtar Hotel211982BaghdadFormerly 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 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 , along with numerous additional proposals. NameHeightFloorsEstimated CompletionCity NotesFirst Iraq Tower802028BaghdadAmwaj Twin Towers702028BaghdadAmwaj Twin Towers II602028BaghdadRashid Gate Tower702028BaghdadDijlah Dreams Tower 160TBABaghdadDijlah Dreams Tower 260TBABaghdadDijlah Dreams Tower 360TBABaghdadLandmark Gateway 160TBABaghdadLandmark Gateway 260TBABaghdadBismayah Hotel Skyscraper 60TBABaghdadAl-Asreeyah Tower 152TBABaghdadAl-Asreeyah Tower 252TBABaghdadFakher Towers 1532027BaghdadNawas Tower50TBABaghdadDragh Tower 147TBABaghdadDragh Tower 247TBABaghdadDragh Tower 347TBABaghdadDragh Tower 447TBABaghdadFakher Towers 250TBABaghdadHeritage Towers48TBABaghdadFakher Towers 343TBABaghdadKurd Tower 133TBASulaymaniyahKurd Tower 233TBASulaymaniyahBaghdad Grand Palace Hotel402028BaghdadHeritage Towers 240TBABaghdadZayouna Tower 141TBABaghdadZayouna Tower 241TBABaghdadZayouna Tower 341TBABaghdadZayouna Tower 441TBABaghdadZayouna Tower 541TBABaghdadBurj Rawan50TBABaghdadAl Firdous Mall Tower15TBAKarbalaGolden Towers 145TBABaghdadGolden Towers 245TBABaghdadGolden Towers 345TBABaghdadGolden Towers 445TBABaghdadCanali Towers 144TBABaghdadCanali Towers 244TBABaghdadCanali Towers 344TBABaghdadCanali Towers 444TBABaghdadCanali Towers 544TBABaghdadKadhmiya Waterfront Tower50TBABaghdadSwas Tower50TBAMosulBaghdad View Commercial Tower40TBABaghdadIshtar Gate Towers 1TBATBABaghdadIshtar Gate Towers 2TBATBABaghdadDowntown Baghdad Tower C352027BaghdadDowntown Baghdad Tower D352027BaghdadDowntown Baghdad Tower G352026BaghdadDowntown Baghdad Tower H352027BaghdadAl Firdous Towers36TBAKarbalaSwiss Commercial Tower26TBABaghdadSilk Tower 133TBABaghdadSilk Tower 233TBABaghdadSilk Tower 333TBABaghdadSilk Tower 433TBABaghdadSilk Tower 533TBABaghdadSilk Tower 633TBABaghdadSilk Tower 733TBABaghdadDiamond Tower 129TBABaghdadDiamond Tower 229TBABaghdadEmerald Tower25TBABaghdadWishes Towers25TBAKarbalaSky Office Tower24TBABaghdad
On hold This list ranks skyscrapers and high-rises in Iraq that are currently on hold and were planned to exceed in height. NameHeightFloorsEstimated CompletionCityNotesNaza Tower65TBDErbilIndefinitely on hold since 2018.Marriott Hotel28TBDErbil
Proposed This list ranks proposed skyscrapers and high-rises in Iraq that are planned to exceed in height. NameHeightFloorsEstimated CompletionCityNotesThe Bride241TBDBasraIf built, it would become the world's tallest building and structure. Despite the project being presented, there are currently no signs of construction.Max TowerTBDTBDErbilErbil TowerTBDTBDErbilFuture City Tower 146TBDErbilFuture City Tower 246TBDErbil
See also
List of tallest structures in the Middle East List of tallest buildings in Iran
References