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Iraqi Iraq e-Visa (Tourist / Visit)

The federal electronic visa for tourism, pilgrimage and short visits to Iraq, applied for online before travel rather than on arrival.

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e-Visa cost (~USD 158, including health insurance) is from third-party reporting and was not confirmed on the official evisa.iq page reviewed; stay duration beyond the 30-day validity not explicitly stated.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Iraq government website before you apply.
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Official name
Electronic Visa (e-Visa)
Route type
Visitor / tourist
Validity
30 days
Stated on the e-Visa portal
Entries
Single or multiple entry
Cost
Approx. USD 158 (widely reported)
Not confirmed on the official portal page reviewed

Who it is for

  • Tourists visiting cultural and religious sites
  • Pilgrims travelling to Iraq's holy sites
  • Short-stay visitors to federal Iraq (not the Kurdistan Region)

Requirements

  • Valid passport
  • Digital photograph with a white background
  • Completed online application
  • Payment of the fee through the portal's secure payment

What you can do

  • Enter federal Iraq for tourism or pilgrimage
  • Stay for the period permitted by the visa
  • Enter once or multiple times if a multiple-entry visa is issued

How to apply

  • Complete the online form at evisa.iq
  • Upload the passport and photo and pay online
  • Receive the e-Visa by email, print it, and show it at border control

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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