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Iraq visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Iraq? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Western Asia | Continent: Asia

Iraq flag
1Visa-free
150eVisa
45Visa on arrival
1Visa required

Iraq entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 1 can enter Iraq visa-free (most commonly for up to 30 days) and 45 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 150 need an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation before departure and 1 need a visa issued in advance by an embassy or consulate.

46 of 198 passports can travel to Iraq without arranging anything before departure.

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Iraq entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Iraq
United States of AmericaVisa on arrival
United KingdomVisa on arrival
CanadaVisa on arrival
AustraliaVisa on arrival
GermanyVisa on arrival
FranceVisa on arrival
IndiaeVisa
ChinaVisa on arrival
NigeriaeVisa
South AfricaeVisa
BrazileVisa
PhilippineseVisa

Iraq visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Iraq.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa00540
Asia111361
Europe030150
North America02210
Oceania02120
South America00120

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 1
eVisa 150
Visa on arrival 45
Visa required 1
No admission 1

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Iraq?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 1 can enter visa-free, 45 can get a visa on arrival, 150 need an eVisa and 1 need a visa before travel. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Iraq without a visa?

1 passports have visa-free access to Iraq, including Iran. The most common visa-free stay is 30 days.

Does Iraq offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 45 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Iraq. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Can I apply for a Iraq eVisa online?

150 passports are eligible for an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation for Iraq. Apply only through the official government portal and allow time for processing before you fly.

Do Asian passport holders need a visa for Iraq?

Of 50 passports from Asia, 12 can enter Iraq visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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