Learn how to apply for an electronic visa to Iraq!

An electronic visa to Iraq, or eVisa, is a convenient system for obtaining a visa online, allowing foreign citizens to apply for a visa without visiting the consulate.

You can apply for an electronic visa to Iraq for tourism purposes and for a visa on arrival. The visa validity period depends on the type of visit and usually lasts up to 60 days, but may vary depending on the visa category.

Upon approval, the applicant receives the electronic visa via email. The visa must be printed and presented along with the passport upon entry into Iraq through approved immigration checkpoints. This saves time and simplifies the visa application process, eliminating the need to stand in queues or visit the consulate.

Citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE can obtain a visa upon arrival at Najaf International Airport and Basra International Airport.

However, it is better not to take risks and apply for an electronic visa in advance. Visa requirements may change at any time, and unexpected difficulties may arise at the airport. By applying for an e-visa in advance, you will avoid possible delays and unpleasant situations upon entry into the country.

Electronic visa is required for citizens:

Holders of diplomatic and service passports from the following countries are allowed to visit Iraq without a visa:

• China - 30 days (only for holders of diplomatic passports)
• Iran - 30 days (for holders of diplomatic and service passports)
• Kuwait - 30 days (for holders of diplomatic and service passports)
• Lebanon - 6 months for holders of diplomatic passports, 3 months for holders of service passports
• Turkey - 45 days (for holders of diplomatic and service passports)
• Serbia - 90 days (for holders of diplomatic and service passports)

Visitors to Iraqi Kurdistan (Southern Kurdistan) can get a visa-free stamp for up to 30 days. However, it is only valid within Kurdistan and does not apply to the rest of Iraq.

Important:

• Leaving Kurdistan for other cities in Iraq with this stamp may result in a fine, deportation, and a ban on entry to Iraq for two years or more.
• Travelers by car need to pay a road tax of $30 (tax amount may vary)

Countries whose citizens can enter Kurdistan without a visa:

• European Union: Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Hungary, United Kingdom, Germany, Greece, Denmark, Ireland, Spain, Italy, Cyprus, China, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, USA, Finland, France, Croatia, Czech Republic, Switzerland, Sweden, Estonia, Japan.
• USA, Canada, Brazil, Norway, Kuwait, Lebanon, Qatar, UAE
• Republic of Korea.
• Iran and Turkey (allowed 15 days of stay)

Entry into Kurdistan does not officially require an Iraqi visa. However, a temporary visa for 2 months can be obtained at Erbil airport or at the border crossing with Turkey by paying a fee of $20 (fee amount may vary).

Additional conditions:

• This visa allows entry to the rest of Iraq, but there may be difficulties with the central authorities of the country, which periodically impose restrictions.
• If the stay in Kurdistan exceeds 10 days, registration at the local police station is required.
• A stamp indicating a visit to Israel is not an obstacle to entering Kurdistan.

We recommend checking the current visa rules in advance, as they may change.

Find out the cost of obtaining a visa to Iraq depending on the type of visa and the selected processing time. The price includes the consular fee and our services. We also offer additional options for an additional fee, such as online applications, document legalization, medical insurance, and priority processing. Use our online calculator to quickly calculate the total visa cost.

Buch-dein-Visum.de offers a convenient, reliable, and fast visa application service for Iraq. Applying for a visa through our platform simplifies the document submission process, minimizes the chances of errors, and ensures compliance with all requirements. We help you save time and avoid the complexities associated with self-submission.