The Kurdistan Engineers Union (KEU) is the official professional syndicate representing engineers across the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Established in Erbil on 27 April 2000, the Union was founded in accordance with Law No. 15 of 1999, issued by the Kurdistan Parliament. It operates as an independent legal entity with full administrative and financial autonomy.

The Union serves as the central authority responsible for regulating the engineering profession, organizing professional practice, and ensuring that engineering projects across the region are executed in accordance with approved scientific standards and technical specifications. Through its regulatory, academic, and professional activities, the Union aims to enhance the role of engineers in sustainable development and public service.

32000+

Registered Engineers


A growing community of professional engineers from all disciplines across the Kurdistan Region
100%

Professional Autonomy


Operating as an independent legal entity with full administrative and financial independence under Law No. 15.
60%

Passing Requirement


The minimum score required in the specialized report defense and examination to achieve a grade promotion.
13

Ethical Principles


Comprehensive pillars of engineering ethics governing relationships with society, colleagues, and the environment.

Our Vision

To be the leading institutional reference for engineering excellence in the Kurdistan Region, fostering a world-class professional environment that drives sustainable development and innovation.

Our Mission

To regulate the engineering profession through rigorous standards, protect the rights of our members, and continuously enhance the scientific and technical capabilities of engineers to serve the public interest.

With branches in

The Kurdistan Engineers Union represents engineers from all disciplines and academic backgrounds, functioning as their professional home and institutional reference.

Erbil
Duhok
Kirkuk
Soran
Zakho