Iraqi Kurdistan eVisa
إقليم كردستان العراق · Erbil · Asia
eVisa
Level 3
Iraqi Kurdistan offers an eVisa system that allows citizens of 51 countries to apply online. The fee is $75 USD with processing completed within 3-3 days. The visa is valid for 30 days with a maximum stay of 30 days. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry, and visa on arrival is also available.
$75
Fee (USD)
3 business days
Processing
30d
Validity
30d
Max stay
Requirements
Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay)
Passport-size photo (white background)
Return or onward travel ticket
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
Sufficient funds for stay
Completed online application form
Credit/debit card for payment
Key details
| Entry type | Single |
| Multiple entry | VOA at KRG airports is single entry only (30 days). |
| Passport validity | 6 months |
| Blank pages | 1 required |
| Biometric | Required |
| Print eVisa | Not required |
| Israeli stamp | Accepted |
| Insurance | Not required |
| Yellow fever | Not required |
Photo specifications
Size: 35x45 · 600x750 min
Background: white
Format: JPEG · max 1024KB
Face: 70-80%
Taken within: 6 months
Best time to visit
Best OK
Spring: green mountains, waterfalls, mild temps. Sep-Oct also good. Avoid Jul-Aug (hot but manageable in mountains). Dec-Feb: ski season (Safeen Mountain).
Country information
🏛
Erbil
Capital
💱
IQD
Currency
📞
+964
Calling
🕐
+03:00
Timezone
👥
0.0M
Population
🗣
Kurdish
Language
Neighboring countries
TurkeyIranSyria
Tips & warnings
⚡ Apply early — even though processing is fast, apply at least a week in advance.
⚡ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months — check before applying.
⚡ Only apply through the official portal — avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Iraqi Kurdistan eVisa cost? +
The Iraqi Kurdistan eVisa costs $75 USD. VOA at KRG airports is single entry only (30 days).
How long does Iraqi Kurdistan eVisa processing take? +
Processing takes 3 business days.
What documents do I need for a Iraqi Kurdistan eVisa? +
Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay). Passport-size photo (white background). Return or onward travel ticket. Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter). Sufficient funds for stay. Completed online application form. Credit/debit card for payment.
How long is the Iraqi Kurdistan eVisa valid? +
The visa is valid for 30 days from on arrival. Maximum stay is 30 days.
Can I get multiple entries for Iraqi Kurdistan? +
VOA at KRG airports is single entry only (30 days).
Iraqi Kurdistan visa by nationality
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Practical notes
- Payment
- VOA cash payment on arrival at Erbil or Sulaymaniyah airports.
- Transit — Not required
- No transit visa required at Erbil or Sulaymaniyah airports for airside transit.
- Travel advisory (level 3)
- Reconsider travel — Kurdistan Region is safer than federal Iraq but risks remain.
- Official advisory source ↗
Sources & verification
This information was compiled from the official source below and last verified on 2026-04-01.
Official source: visit.gov.krd ↗
Always confirm on the official portal before travelling — rules can change without notice.
Always verify on official portals before applying.