Visa Requirements for Iraq

Instant Visa policy lookup for Iraq

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Visa Not Required

Passport holders of 1 country can travel to Iraq without prior visa, eVisa, or on-arrival visa.

Visa On Arrival

Visa to travel in Iraq can be obtained at airports and other borders crossings for Passport holders of 6 countries.

  • Bahrain PermalinkShow on map
    Visa On ArrivalWhen arriving at Basra International Airport or Al Najaf International Airport.
  • Kuwait PermalinkShow on map
    Visa On ArrivalVisa on arrival when arriving at Al Najaf International Airport, Erbil International Airport or Sulaimaniyah International Airport or Basra International Airport.
  • Oman PermalinkShow on map
    Visa On ArrivalVisa on arrival at Al Najaf International Airport or Basra International Airport.
  • Qatar PermalinkShow on map
    Visa On ArrivalRemarks updated .When arriving at Al Najaf International Airport, Erbil International Airport, Sulaimaniyah International Airport or Basra International Airport.
    You can apply for an e-Visa (30 days) to visit the Iraqi Kurdistan Region.
  • Saudi Arabia PermalinkShow on map
    Visa On ArrivalRemarks updated .When arriving at Basra International Airport or Al Najaf International Airport.
    You can apply for an e-Visa (30 days) to visit the Iraqi Kurdistan Region.
  • Yemen PermalinkShow on map
    Visa On Arrival

eVisa

Passport holders for 74 countries can obtain an electronic visa / authorization prior to arrival to travel to Iraq.

  • Afghanistan PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .
  • Albania PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .You can apply for an e-Visa (30 days) to visit the Iraqi Kurdistan Region.
  • Argentina PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Armenia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Aruba PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .Authorities in Iraq have decided to remove the visa-on-arrival requirement for nationals of the European Union and several other countries, requiring them to now apply for an e-visa to enter Iraq through the official platform.
    Visa on arrival or eVisa for up to 30 days for travel to Iraqi Kurdistan.
  • Australia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days / 60 daysRequirement updated .Due to safety concerns, Australian government advises its citizens not to visit Iraq.
  • Azerbaijan PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Barbados PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .
  • Belarus PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Belize PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Bolivia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated , remarks
  • Bosnia and Herzegovina PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Brazil PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .
  • Canada PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days / 60 daysRequirement updated , remarks Canadians may obtain an e-Visa or visa on arrival for up to 30 days to the Kurdistan Region
    The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Iraq (including the Kurdistan region) due to the volatile and unpredictable security situation the ongoing thread of terrorism, violent extremism and organised crime.
  • Chile PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .As March 1 2023, all travelers traveling to the Kurdistan Region of Iraq will require a visa. Some citizens may obtain an e-Visa / visa on arrival, while others will need to apply an e-Visa through a guarantor (local sponsor).
  • Colombia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Cook Islands PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Cuba PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .
  • Dominica PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Egypt PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Georgia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Germany PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .Authorities in Iraq have decided to remove the visa-on-arrival requirement for nationals of the European Union and several other countries, requiring them to now apply for an e-visa to enter Iraq through the official platform.
    Visa on arrival or eVisa for up to 30 days for travel to Iraqi Kurdistan.
  • Guam PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Heard and McDonald Islands PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Iceland PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • India PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Japan PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Jordan PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .Jordanian citizens can apply a transit visa to Iraq for stays up to 7 days.
  • Lesotho PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .30 days
  • Liechtenstein PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Macedonia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Marshall Islands PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Mexico PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Micronesia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Moldova PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Monaco PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Mongolia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Montenegro PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Netherlands PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .Authorities in Iraq have decided to remove the visa-on-arrival requirement for nationals of the European Union and several other countries, requiring them to now apply for an e-visa to enter Iraq through the official platform.
    Visa on arrival or eVisa for up to 30 days for travel to Iraqi Kurdistan.
  • New Zealand PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days / 60 daysRequirement updated .The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Iraq (including the Kurdistan region) due to the volatile and unpredictable security situation, the ongoing thread of terrorism, violent extremism and organised crime.
  • Niue PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 days / 60 daysRequirement updated .The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Iraq (including the Kurdistan region) due to the volatile and unpredictable security situation, the ongoing thread of terrorism, violent extremism and organised crime.
  • Northern Mariana Islands PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Norway PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Palau PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Palestine PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated , remarks May apply online
    May apply online (Kurdistan region).
  • Panama PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Paraguay PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Peru PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Puerto Rico PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .Authorities in Iraq have decided to remove the visa-on-arrival requirement for nationals of the European Union and several other countries, requiring them to now apply for an e-visa to enter Iraq through the official platform.
  • Romania PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa60 daysRequirement updated .Visa on arrival or eVisa for up to 30 days for travel to Iraqi Kurdistan.
    Authorities in Iraq have decided to remove the visa-on-arrival requirement for nationals of the European Union and several other countries, requiring them to now apply for an e-visa to enter Iraq through the official platform.
  • Russia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .Due to safety concerns, the Russian government advises its citizens not to visit Iraq.
  • Saint Barthélemy PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Saint Kitts and Nevis PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Saint Lucia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Saint Martin (Netherlands) PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .Authorities in Iraq have decided to remove the visa-on-arrival requirement for nationals of the European Union and several other countries, requiring them to now apply for an e-visa to enter Iraq through the official platform.
    Visa on arrival or eVisa for up to 30 days for travel to Iraqi Kurdistan.
  • Saint Vincent and Grenadines PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • San Marino PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Serbia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Singapore PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated , remarks
  • South Africa PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Spain PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa60 daysRequirement updated .Authorities in Iraq have decided to remove the visa-on-arrival requirement for nationals of the European Union and several other countries, requiring them to now apply for an e-visa to enter Iraq through the official platform.
    Visa on arrival or eVisa for up to 30 days for travel to Iraqi Kurdistan. </ref>
  • Suriname PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Trinidad and Tobago PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Türkiye PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated , remarks Without visa for people under 15 and above 50 until 30 days
    An entry visa is issued for a 15-day stay if arriving through Erbil International Airport or Sulaymaniyah International Airport. Valid in Iraqi Kurdistan Region only.
    You can apply for an e-Visa (30 days) to visit the Iraqi Kurdistan Region.
  • Turkmenistan PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .
  • Ukraine PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .Holders of passports containing an Israeli stamp or visa will be refused entry in Iraq.
  • United Kingdom PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa60 daysRequirement updated .British citizens are no longer able to get a visit visa on arrival in Iraq. They must apply for a visa on the e-visa portal of the Government of Iraq at least 24 hours before you travel. The visa costs $160 and is valid for 60 days.
  • United States Virgin Islands PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .Authorities in Iraq have decided to remove the visa-on-arrival requirement for nationals of the European Union and several other countries, requiring them to now apply for an e-visa to enter Iraq through the official platform.
  • United States of America PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .Authorities in Iraq have decided to remove the visa-on-arrival requirement for nationals of the European Union and several other countries, requiring them to now apply for an e-visa to enter Iraq through the official platform.
  • Uruguay PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Vatican PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Zambia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .
  • Zimbabwe PermalinkShow on map
    eVisaRequirement updated .

eVisa / On Arrival

On-Arrival visa or an electronic visa / authorization is available to passport holders of 30 countries to travel to Iraq.

  • Austria PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Belgium PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Bulgaria PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .Visa on arrival for 15 days at Erbil and Sulaymaniyah airports valid for Iraqi Kurdistan only.
  • China PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival30 days / 60 daysRequirement updated , remarks
  • Croatia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Cyprus PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Czech Republic PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .Visa on arrival for 30 days at Erbil and Sulaymaniyah airports.
  • Denmark PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Estonia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .Visa on arrival for 15 days at Erbil and Sulaymaniyah airports.
  • Faroe Islands PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Finland PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .Visa on arrival for 60 days at any entry point.
  • France PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Greece PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Greenland PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Hungary PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Ireland PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .Irish citizens can obtain a visa on arrival at Iraq's airports, land and sea crossings for 60 days, for a fee of 75 USD.
  • Italy PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Latvia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Lebanon PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival30 daysRequirement updated .Visa is issued in any port of entry.
  • Lithuania PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Luxembourg PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Malaysia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival30 daysRequirement updated , remarks Malaysians can obtain a visa upon arrival for a maximum of 30 days if they arrive at Baghdad International Airport.
    eVisa may also be obtained online prior to departure.
  • Malta PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Poland PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Portugal PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Slovakia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On ArrivalRequirement updated .
  • Slovenia PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysOn 15 March 2021 the Iraqi government lifted pre-arrival visa requirements, allowing EU citizens to apply for visa on arrival in any entry point.
  • Sweden PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • Switzerland PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On Arrival60 daysRequirement updated .
  • United Arab Emirates PermalinkShow on map
    eVisa or Visa On ArrivalRequirement updated .Visa on arrival when arriving at Basra International Airport, Al Najaf International Airport, Erbil International Airport or Sulaimaniyah International Airport.

Pre-arranged Visa Required

Prior to arrival at Iraq, passport holders of 116 countries must obtain a visa at their corresponding consulate of Iraq. Additional travel conditions (such as Visas to other countries) may waive this requirement.

Special Conditions

Special conditions are imposed to passport holders of 1 country in order to travel to Iraq. These special requirements are often more time-consuming and may not be granted to every traveler.

  • Israel PermalinkShow on map
    Special RequirementsRequirement updated .Admission refused on entry and transit.
    Part of the Arab League boycott of Israel.
    Defined as an enemy state under Israeli law.
    Exception: Admission for Israeli citizens is allowed in Kurdistan Region of Iraq.

Entry Refused

Disagreements between Iraq and 1 country have imposed restrictions in traveling to Iraq.

  • South Korea PermalinkShow on map
    Entry RefusedRemarks updated .Since 2004, it has been recommended to refrain from entering Iraq due to the danger of Al Qaeda, and since August 7, 2007, penalties have been introduced for Koreans entering Iraq.
    Separately, according to Iraqi policy, visitors can enter Iraq with visa on arrival and e-Visa.

Information last checked on . Requirements last changed on .