Iraq
All Visa Pathways(23 visas)
IraqBusiness Visa
Business meetings, conferences, and investment.
IraqDiplomatic/Official Visa
Fee-exempt entry permit for diplomats, government officials, and representatives of international organizations traveling to Iraq on official missions.
IraqElectronic Visa (e-Visa) - Tourist
Online electronic visa system for tourism and short-term visits. Single-entry visa valid 60 days from issue, permitting up to 30-day stay. Available for qualifying nationalities through official evisa.iq portal.
IraqEntry Visa — Normal Visa
General entry for non-tourist, non-business purposes (e.g., family visits).
IraqFamily Reunification Visa (تأشيرة لم الشمل)
Visa for spouses and family members of Iraqi nationals, requiring legal documentation supporting the family relationship.
IraqFederal Iraq Tourist e-Visa
Electronic tourist visa for leisure travelers visiting Iraq's archaeological and religious heritage sites, valid for 60 days at a fixed $160 fee.
IraqKRG E-Visa — Kurdistan Region E-Visa (تأشيرة إلكترونية لإقليم كردستان)
Electronic visa for entry to the Kurdistan autonomous region only (Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Dohuk), separate from the federal Iraq e-visa system and not valid for Baghdad or southern Iraq.
IraqKurdistan Region Investor Residence Permit (إقامة مستثمر إقليم كردستان)
Long-term residence permit for foreign investors confirmed by the Kurdistan Region Board of Investment, valid 3-5 years and renewable, covering spouse, children under 18, and parents.
IraqKurdistan Region Property Investment Work Permit (إقامة عمل استثمارية)
Work residence permit for foreign nationals purchasing property in approved Kurdistan Region investment projects valued at minimum USD 50,000, valid 1-3 years and renewable.
IraqKurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Tourist e-Visa
Electronic tourist visa for entry through Kurdistan Region ports such as Erbil International Airport, valid for 30 days and separate from the federal Iraqi visa system.
IraqMedia Visa — Media/Journalist Visa (تأشيرة إعلامية)
Visa for journalists, filmmakers, and researchers requiring approval from the Press Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; not available via e-visa.
IraqMedical Visa
Seeking medical treatment in recognized Iraqi hospitals.
IraqMulti-Entry Visa
Multiple-entry visa for frequent travelers. Valid for 3 months, 6 months, or 1 year depending on category. Issued to students, employees, and spouses of Iraqi citizens.
IraqNon-Stop Transit Visa (تأشيرة مرور بدون توقف)
Airside transit visa for passage through Iraqi territory under supervision of authorities without stopping, single use within three months.
IraqPilgrimage Visa - Ziyara (تأشيرة زيارة دينية)
Religious visit visa for pilgrimage to holy cities including Najaf, Karbala, and Samarra, also permitting visits to tourist and cultural sites.
IraqPolitical Visa (تأشيرة سياسية)
Diplomatic visa for foreign government officials on official missions and staff of diplomatic, international, and regional organizations with their families.
IraqService Visa (تأشيرة خدمة)
Visa for holders of service/official passports granted on the basis of an official memorandum from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs under reciprocity principles.
IraqStudent Visa (تأشيرة دراسية)
Visa for foreign nationals enrolled at Iraqi universities or educational institutions, requiring proof of enrollment and financial support.
IraqTemporary Work Visa (تأشيرة عمل مؤقتة)
Short-term work authorization for temporary assignments, projects, or contract work with an Iraqi employer sponsor.
IraqTourist Visa
Visiting tourist sites, archaeological landmarks, and holy sites.
IraqTransit Visa (تأشيرة مرور)
Single-entry visa allowing passage through Iraqi territory with a maximum stay of seven days within three months of issuance.
IraqWork Visa (تأشيرة عمل)
Employment visa requiring employer sponsorship and registration with the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, valid for one year and renewable.
Iraqe-Visa (Standard Entry)
As of May 2026, there is no specific 'Medical Attendant Visa' category issued by the federal government of Iraq. Accompanying relatives must apply for a standard entry e-Visa.