Get a Iraq Visa

Tourist Travel Requirements for a Iraq Visa for Australian Citizens

  1. Passport

    The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

    • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
    • Have two blank facing visa pages

  2. Photograph(s)

    Two identical passport sized colour photographs. The photographs must:

    • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
    • Be taken against an all white background
    • Be 45mm (h) by 35 mm (w)
    • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
    • You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
    • Your photos should be glued to the designated section of the visa application form (in the absence of a designated area, affix to the top right or top left corner).

  3. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as a copy of the flight confirmation showing exact entry and exit dates and locations.

  4. Cover Letter

    A cover letter addressed to the consulate explaining the purpose of visit, number of entries and dates of entry and exit.

  5. Letter of Authorisation

    Applicants must be invited by a company in Iraq or by a Citizen of Iraq in order to apply for a visa.

    The inviting company or individual must contact the Ministry of Interior in Iraq and arrange a letter of authorisation/invitation which includes details of the applicant and purpose of the trip. The letter of authorisation/invitation must be in Arabic. Once the authorisation/invitation has been requested, the applicant should contact the Embassy of Iraq in Canberra, via e-mail or phone, and notify the Embassy that the request has been made. The Ministry of Interior in Iraq will be required to forward a copy of the authorisation/invitation direct to the Embassy of Iraq in Canberra.

    Once the Embassy receive the authorisation/invitation, they will contact the applicant in order to discuss lodgement of the application.

  6. Visa Application Form

    One fully completed and signed application form (do not print double sided). This form must:

    • Be completed on screen, printed and signed. Handwritten forms willl not be accepted by the Embassy.

  7. VisasDirect Order Confirmation

    Please provide the VisasDirect Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.

Business Travel Requirements for a Iraq Visa for Australian Citizens

  1. Passport

    The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

    • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
    • Have two blank facing visa pages

  2. Photograph(s)

    Two identical passport sized colour photographs. The photographs must:

    • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
    • Be taken against an all white background
    • Be 45mm (h) by 35 mm (w)
    • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
    • You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
    • Your photos should be glued to the designated section of the visa application form (in the absence of a designated area, affix to the top right or top left corner).

  3. Copy of Passport Information Page

    You must provide a clear, colour copy of the information (biodata) page(s) from the applicant's passport.

    VisasDirect can supply this requirement at a fee of $5.50 + GST per page if not received with the application. This will minimise the risk of delay for successful visa issuance.

  4. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as a copy of the flight confirmation showing exact entry and exit dates and locations.

  5. Cover Letter

    A cover letter addressed to the consulate explaining the purpose of visit, number of entries and dates of entry and exit.

  6. Letter of Authorisation

    Applicants must be invited by a company in Iraq or by a Citizen of Iraq in order to apply for a visa.

    The inviting company or individual must contact the Ministry of Interior in Iraq and arrange a letter of authorisation/invitation which includes details of the applicant and purpose of the trip. The letter of authorisation/invitation must be in Arabic. Once the authorisation/invitation has been requested, the applicant should contact the Embassy of Iraq in Canberra, via e-mail or phone, and notify the Embassy that the request has been made. The Ministry of Interior in Iraq will be required to forward a copy of the authorisation/invitation direct to the Embassy of Iraq in Canberra.

    Once the Embassy receive the authorisation/invitation, they will contact the applicant in order to discuss lodgement of the application.

  7. Visa Application Form

    One fully completed and signed application form (do not print double sided). This form must:

    • Be completed on screen, printed and signed. Handwritten forms willl not be accepted by the Embassy.

  8. VisasDirect Order Confirmation

    Please provide the VisasDirect Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.

Iraq Visa FAQ

  1. When is the best time to apply for my Iraq visa?

    The best time to apply for your Iraq visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion.

  2. Do I have to send you my passport to get a Iraq visa? Is it safe to send a passport?

    Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Iraq visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application using our secure collection service.