Everything You Need To Know About Iraq Visa

All foreign nationals require a visa to enter Iraq. However, citizens of countries like Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates can obtain visa on arrival.

For citizens of the United Kingdom, it is a must to obtain a visa to enter Iraq. Depending on the nature and purpose of the foreign national’s visit, authorities in Iraq have divided their visas into several types. Please scroll down to know more about different types of visas offered by Iraq.

Iraq tourist visa

Foreign nationals who want to enter Iraq exclusively for tourism-related activities can apply for an Iraq tourist visa. Please note that these visas are issued only for tourism activities, and foreign nationals are not supposed to engage in any other activities inside Iraq using these travel documents.

UK citizens who are planning to enter Iraq can obtain a visa on arrival. 

In order to obtain a visa on arrival, the traveler should meet the below-mentioned guidelines.

• The traveler should make sure that he or she is arriving at Erbil or Sulaymaniyah only.
• The passport of the traveler should have at least six months validity and a minimum of one blank page for markings.
• The UK citizen visiting Iraq should hold proof of sufficient funds.
• Once you reach the entry port, it is necessary to submit onward and return flight tickets.
• It is necessary to hold all the documents that detail the purpose of the trip.
• The applicant should hold all the documents required for the next destination.
• The traveler should also confirm with the airline that boarding is permitted without a visa, as these rules are subject to change.

Iraq business visa

Iraq business visas are issued to foreign nationals who wish to enter the country for business-related activities like commercial sale trading. 

In order to get a business visa, foreign nationals should submit the documents mentioned below.

• The passport of the applicant should have at least six months validity. Please note that the passport submitted also has one blank page.
• Two passport-sized photographs should be submitted. These photographs should be taken within the last six months in a white background. These photographs should show the full-frontal face of the applicant’s head with the face centered in the middle.
• The applicant should submit onward and return flight tickets to visit Iraq, or the full version of the itinerary.
• In order to prove the applicant’s financial health, it is necessary to submit bank statements issued in the last three months.
• The applicant should submit a business letter issued by his or her company in the United Kingdom. This letter should detail the nature and purpose of the foreign national’s visit, along with the nature of the business that will be conducted in Iraq. This business letter should also specify the type and desired validity of the Iraq business visa. The UK company should also guarantee sufficient funds for the traveler during the trip.
• A business invitation letter issued by the inviting company in Iraq should be submitted. This business invitation letter should be addressed to the Embassy of Iraq, and it should be signed by a senior manager in the company. This letter should briefly introduce the applicant, and should detail the type of business that is going to be conducted in Iraq.
• As a proof of accommodation, the foreign national should submit hotel room booking reservation details. Please note that this copy of confirmed hotel room booking reservation should show the name of the applicant, name and address of the hotel, and the duration of stay.
• A travel insurance policy valid in Iraq should be submitted.
• It is necessary to procure and approval from the Iraq office.
• Blood test report for HIV should be submitted to get an Iraq business visa.