Where should an Iraqi merchant sell online?
An honest comparison of the options — including where we are not the right answer.
| Sycha | Instagram page only | Gulf platforms (Salla/Zid) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Signup fee | Free | Free | Monthly subscription |
| Cash on delivery | Supported | You arrange it | Built for Gulf payment rails |
| Delivery inside Iraq | 18 governorates | You find a courier | Gulf couriers |
| Collecting the cash | We collect and settle with you | You chase the courier | Gulf bank accounts |
| Trade licence | Not required | Not required | Usually required |
| Existing buyers | The Sycha app | Your followers only | Your store alone |
When is an Instagram page on its own better?
If your volume is low, your buyers are people you know, and you deliver yourself — the page alone is simpler and needs no setup.
When are the Gulf platforms better?
If you sell mainly to Saudi Arabia or the UAE. They are built for that market and its payment methods, not for Iraq.
When do you need your own store?
If you want full control of your branding and are ready to run delivery and payments yourself, an independent store gives you more freedom.