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Australian
أسترالي
Iraqi Kurdistan
إقليم كردستان العراق
ℹ eVisa required — Apply online. eVisa/VOA $75 USD — valid for Kurdistan only
Australian citizens require a eVisa to travel to Iraqi Kurdistan. The application fee is $75 USD and processing takes 3 business days. The visa is valid for 30 days with a maximum stay of 30 days. You can apply through the nearest embassy or consulate. eVisa/VOA $75 USD — valid for Kurdistan only
$75
Fee (USD)
30d
Max stay
6mo
Passport validity
Single
Entry type
Step-by-step guide
1
Verify eligibility
Australian citizens are eligible for Iraqi Kurdistan eVisa.
2
Prepare documents
Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay). Passport-size photo (white background). Return or onward travel ticket.
3
Apply online
Visit the official portal and fill in the application form. Pay $75 fee.
4
Receive approval
eVisa sent to email within 3 business days.
5
Travel
Digital copy OK. Present at check-in and immigration.
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
Special restrictions
Israeli stamp — No restriction — accepted
Iraqi Kurdistan is significantly more lenient than mainland Iraq on Israeli stamp policies. Travelers with Israeli stamps/evidence generally enter without issue at Erbil and Sulaymaniyah airports. Source: multiple confirmed traveler reports + Wikivoyage.
Travel insurance — Not required
Yellow fever — Not required
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).
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
Do Australian citizens need a visa for Iraqi Kurdistan? +
Yes. Australian citizens need a eVisa for Iraqi Kurdistan. eVisa/VOA $75 USD — valid for Kurdistan only
How much does a Iraqi Kurdistan visa cost for Australian citizens? +
The fee is $75 USD.
How long can Australian citizens stay in Iraqi Kurdistan? +
Maximum stay is 30 days. Visa validity: 30 days from on arrival.
What documents do Australian citizens need for Iraqi Kurdistan? +
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.
Always verify on official portals before applying.