Iraq
General visa requirements for travelling to Iraq. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Business visa (GCC Nationals Multiple Entry Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 72 hours
- Fee
- $150 USD
- Validity
- 1 year
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Gulf Cooperation Council country nationals can obtain a multiple-entry visa issued at an Iraqi consular post that allows stays of up to one year. Suitable for frequent business travelers.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to nationals of GCC member states: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and United Arab Emirates
Eligible countries: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates
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Purpose of visit
For frequent business visits and tourism
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: 45mm x 35mm, white background
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare passport and photos
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Appointment booking
Book appointment at Iraqi consulate
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Document submission
Submit application at Iraqi consular post
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Fee payment
Pay multiple entry visa fee
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing
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Visa collection
Collect multiple entry visa
Business visa (Business e-Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 60 days
- Processing time
- 4-20 business days
- Fee
- $160 USD
- Validity
- Single or multiple entry, validity determined by consulate
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Business visa requires local company sponsorship. Available in single entry or multiple entry formats. The invitation letter from the Iraqi host company must be approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and communicated to the Iraqi embassy before visa application submission.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
For business meetings, conferences, and other non-employment commercial activities
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: 45mm x 35mm, white or light gray background, taken within last 6 months
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter of invitation from host company in Iraq, approved by Ministry of Foreign Affairs and communicated to Iraqi embassy before application
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Iraq Business e-Visa Application; Form url: https://evisa.iq/en
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Hotel booking
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must cover full stay: Yes
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain invitation letter from Iraqi host company approved by Ministry of Foreign Affairs, hotel reservations, and employment proof
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Online application
Complete online business e-Visa application with company and travel details
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee online
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Processing wait
Wait for application processing and approval from consulate
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Visa collection
Receive approved business e-Visa by email