What documents does a Pakistan citizen need for a Iraq visa?

- Passport valid at least 6 months beyond the intended stay with one blank page - Digital passport photo and scanned passport bio page for the online application - Confirmed return or onward flight ticket - Hotel booking or invitation letter (religious visits often require a sponsor letter from a registered ziyarat/tour operator) - Proof of sufficient funds - Travel health insurance recommended - No advance biometrics; fingerprints/photo may be captured on arrival at Iraqi airports

What types of visas can Pakistan citizens get for Iraq?

- Tourist/visit e-Visa - single entry, stay up to 60 days, fee around USD 75-77 - Business e-Visa - requires an invitation letter from an Iraqi company or government entity - Religious/pilgrimage visa - for travel to Najaf, Karbala and other shrine cities, often coordinated through registered tour operators alongside the standard e-Visa application

How do Pakistan citizens apply for a Iraq visa?

- Apply through Iraq's official e-Visa portal - Register an account, complete the application with personal and travel details, and upload passport scan, photo and supporting documents - Pay the visa fee online by credit/debit card - Processing typically takes 3-5 business days; the approved e-Visa is emailed as a printable document - Present the printed e-Visa along with the passport at the port of entry

How much does a Iraq visa cost for Pakistan citizens?

- E-Visa fee: approximately USD 75-77 for a single-entry 60-day tourist/visit visa - No separate service fee for direct portal applications - Total estimated cost: USD 75-100 - Standard processing: 3-5 business days - No official express service; apply at least 2 weeks before travel

What should Pakistan citizens know before traveling to Iraq?

- Apply early, especially around religious occasions (Arbaeen, Ashura) when demand and processing delays increase significantly - Common rejection reasons: incomplete sponsor documentation for business/pilgrimage visas, mismatched passport details, unclear travel purpose - Pilgrims should coordinate with a registered ziyarat tour operator to simplify both the visa and the stay - Carry printed copies of the e-Visa and any sponsor/invitation letters, frequently checked at Iraqi airports - Extensions of stay can be requested at the Directorate of Residency Affairs in Iraq before the visa expires

Iraq Visa for Pakistan Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Pakistani citizens need an Iraq e-Visa, applied for online through the official e-visa portal; fee is approximately USD 75-77 for a single-entry 60-day visa, with processing typically within 3-5 business days.

Guide last updated October 19, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

Passport valid at least 6 months beyond the intended stay with one blank page
Digital passport photo and scanned passport bio page for the online application
Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
Hotel booking or invitation letter (religious visits often require a sponsor letter from a registered ziyarat/tour operator)
Proof of sufficient funds
Travel health insurance recommended
No advance biometrics; fingerprints/photo may be captured on arrival at Iraqi airports

Visa types

Tourist/visit e-Visa - single entry, stay up to 60 days, fee around USD 75-77
Business e-Visa - requires an invitation letter from an Iraqi company or government entity
Religious/pilgrimage visa - for travel to Najaf, Karbala and other shrine cities, often coordinated through registered tour operators alongside the standard e-Visa application

How to apply online

Apply through Iraq's official e-Visa portal
Register an account, complete the application with personal and travel details, and upload passport scan, photo and supporting documents
Pay the visa fee online by credit/debit card
Processing typically takes 3-5 business days; the approved e-Visa is emailed as a printable document
Present the printed e-Visa along with the passport at the port of entry

Fees & processing time

E-Visa fee: approximately USD 75-77 for a single-entry 60-day tourist/visit visa
No separate service fee for direct portal applications
Total estimated cost: USD 75-100
Standard processing: 3-5 business days
No official express service; apply at least 2 weeks before travel

Tips for Pakistan travelers

Apply early, especially around religious occasions (Arbaeen, Ashura) when demand and processing delays increase significantly
Common rejection reasons: incomplete sponsor documentation for business/pilgrimage visas, mismatched passport details, unclear travel purpose
Pilgrims should coordinate with a registered ziyarat tour operator to simplify both the visa and the stay
Carry printed copies of the e-Visa and any sponsor/invitation letters, frequently checked at Iraqi airports
Extensions of stay can be requested at the Directorate of Residency Affairs in Iraq before the visa expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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