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βΉ eVisa required β Apply online. eVisa $75 USD
American citizens require a eVisa to travel to Iraq. The application fee is $75 USD and processing takes 1-18 business days. The visa is valid for 90 days with a maximum stay of 30 days. You can apply directly online through the official portal. eVisa $75 USD
$75
Fee (USD)
30d
Max stay
6mo
Passport validity
Single
Entry type
Step-by-step guide
1
Verify eligibility
American citizens are eligible for Iraq eVisa.
2
Prepare documents
Valid passport (min 6 months validity). Passport-size photo. Return 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 1-18 business days.
5
Travel
Digital copy OK. Present at check-in and immigration.
Requirements
Valid passport (min 6 months validity)
Passport-size photo
Return ticket
Hotel booking
Mandatory health insurance (purchased during application)
Bank statement showing sufficient funds
Special restrictions
Israeli stamp β Entry denied with Israeli stamp/evidence
Mainland Iraq denies entry to travelers with evidence of travel to Israel (Israeli stamps, visas, or Egyptian/Jordanian land border stamps near Israel). Exception: Iraqi Kurdistan (Erbil/Sulaymaniyah) is generally more lenient. Source: Wikipedia "Israeli passport" + Wikivoyage visa trouble + multiple traveler reports.
Travel insurance β Required
Yellow fever β Not required
Best time to visit
Best OK
Spring: mild weather, green landscapes. Oct-Nov also pleasant. Avoid Jun-Sep (extreme heat 50Β°C in Baghdad). Dec-Feb can be cold.
Tips & warnings
β‘ Apply early β processing can take up to 18 days.
β‘ Travel insurance is mandatory β arrange it before applying.
β‘ Entry denied if your passport contains an Israeli stamp or evidence of visiting Israel.
β‘ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months β check before applying.
β‘ Only apply through the official portal (evisa.iq) β avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.
Frequently asked questions
Do American citizens need a visa for Iraq? +
Yes. American citizens need a eVisa for Iraq. eVisa $75 USD
How much does a Iraq visa cost for American citizens? +
The fee is $75 USD.
How long can American citizens stay in Iraq? +
Maximum stay is 30 days. Visa validity: 90 days from issue date.
What documents do American citizens need for Iraq? +
Valid passport (min 6 months validity). Passport-size photo. Return ticket. Hotel booking. Mandatory health insurance (purchased during application). Bank statement showing sufficient funds.
Need travel insurance?
Required for Iraq
Practical notes
- Payment
- Visa/MC on evisa.iq.
- Transit β Not required
- Transit without visa permitted for passengers in immediate and continuous transit at Baghdad or Erbil airports.
- Travel advisory (level 4)
- Do Not Travel due to terrorism, kidnapping, and armed conflict.
- Official advisory source β
Sources & verification
This information was compiled from the official source below and last verified on 2026-04-01.
Official source: evisa.iq β
Always confirm on the official portal before travelling β rules can change without notice.
Always verify on official portals before applying.