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Iraq visas

Iraq e-visa

The federal e-Visa allows visits of 30 days and covers all of Iraq. The Kurdistan Region also has a regional online visa system.

Ways to get a Iraq e-visa

  1. Federal Iraq e-Visa

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    Foreign visitors applying through the federal online system, except journalists and NGO workers.

    Stay
    30 days
    Fee
    Approximately USD 160.
    1. Apply through the Iraqi government's e-Visa Portal.
    2. Obtain the visa before travelling.

  2. Kurdistan Region e-Visa for List A countries

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    Citizens of all European Union and Gulf Cooperation Council member states and the other listed List A countries qualify.

    Fee
    IQD 100,000.

  3. Kurdistan Region e-Visa through a sponsor

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    Citizens outside List A qualify through a sponsor, except citizens of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Egypt, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Israel, Kenya, Nigeria, Somalia, Uganda and Yemen.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days
    Fee
    IQD 100,000 for the regional e-Visa.
    Processing
    A status notification is sent to the sponsor within five business days.
    1. Use a sponsor registered with the Ministry of Interior.
    2. Have the sponsor provide a unique verification code and submit the online application for you.
    3. Have the sponsor arrange payment.
    4. The sponsor receives a status notification within five business days. The visa is issued if approved.

Who needs it

Travellers who previously qualified for federal visas on arrival generally need an e-Visa before travel.

Who doesn't

Some ordinary passport holders qualify for visa-free entry. Journalists and NGO workers must use an embassy or consulate instead.

How to apply

  1. Apply online through the Iraqi government's e-Visa Portal.
  2. Obtain the e-Visa before travelling.

Good to know

  • From September 2025, the federal e-Visa Portal is described as the sole provider of visas for foreign visitors.
  • A separate Kurdistan Region e-Visa platform is also described.
  • The federal e-Visa can be used to enter all parts of Iraq, including travel into and out of the Kurdistan Region.

Questions

Do I need a e-visa for Iraq?

Travellers who previously qualified for federal visas on arrival generally need an e-Visa before travel. Some ordinary passport holders qualify for visa-free entry. Journalists and NGO workers must use an embassy or consulate instead.

What are the ways to get a e-visa for Iraq?

There are 3 options: Federal Iraq e-Visa (an online visa); Kurdistan Region e-Visa for List A countries (an online visa); Kurdistan Region e-Visa through a sponsor (an online visa).

Can I apply online for Iraq?

Yes: Federal Iraq e-Visa, Kurdistan Region e-Visa for List A countries and Kurdistan Region e-Visa through a sponsor. Foreign visitors applying through the federal online system, except journalists and NGO workers.

How long can I stay on a Iraq e-visa?

30 days for the federal e-Visa.

How much does a Iraq e-visa cost?

Approximately USD 160 for the federal e-Visa.

How do I apply for a Iraq e-visa?

1. 1. Apply online through the Iraqi government's e-Visa Portal. 2. 2. Obtain the e-Visa before travelling.

Does my passport change whether I need a e-visa for Iraq?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Iraq visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a e-visa for Iraq be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Iraq e-visa rules?

On Iraq's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my e-visa once I am in Iraq?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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