Iraq visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Indonesians visiting Iraq

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Iraqi Visa.

  • An original Indonesian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-sized photographs (2 inches x 2 inches ) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country, e.g. verification from the applicant’s employer.
  • Medical Insurance covering your entire stay in the country.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

Iraq Visa for Indonesians

Facts about Iraq

Iraq is the Arab tourism capital and the second-largest city in the Arab world after Cairo. The country has several pilgrimage sites which makes it a popular religious tourism site. Asides being a top destination for pilgrims, the country has four world heritage sites and the Iraqi Plastic Artists Society where numerous traditional artworks are displayed.
 
Despite the activities of ISIS in Iraq, the country is still a top site for pilgrims. Over 890,000 tourists visit Iraq yearly with a large number of them being pilgrims.
 
Foreigners are expected to obey Islamic laws while in the country and avoid trying to preach your beliefs to Iraqis.  You are not allowed to be in possession of more than $10,000 or its equivalent upon entry to Iraq.

Types of Iraq Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 3-4 weeks 90 days
Business visa 3-4 weeks 90 days

General Requirements for Iraq Visa

  • An original Indonesian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-sized photographs (2 inches x 2 inches ) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country, e.g. verification from the applicant’s employer.
  • Medical Insurance covering your entire stay in the country.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Iraq Tourist visa Iraq Business visa

Iraq Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Iraqi tourist visa is issued to Indonesians traveling to Iraq for tourism and visitation purposes.
  • There are two types of Iraqi tourist visa:
    • Single-entry visa: this visa is valid for 90 days and it costs 40 USD.
    • Multiple-entry visa: this visa is valid for 3-6 months and it costs  100 USD.
  • Visitors traveling to Iraq for visitation purposes should provide an invitation letter from their host in Iraq.
  • Visitors traveling to the Kurdistan region should obtain a visa on arrival, but it is not valid elsewhere in Iraq.
  • Applicants are required to provide proof of sufficient funds to cover their entire stay in Iraq. This must come in the form of bank statements.
  • The Government of Iraq strictly enforces regulations regarding visas and entry, authorizations for weapons, and movements through checkpoints.
  • Foreigners traveling to Iraq without the proper authorization or whose purpose of travel is not readily apparent have been detained without warning.
  • Within seven days of the date of entry into Iraq, most travelers must:
    • Obtain an arrival sticker.
    • Obtain a residency stamp.
  • There is a high-cost penalty for visitors who do not obtain the required residency stamp within their first seven days in the country. Visitors staying less than seven days do not require this stamp.
  • Before departing the country, visitors must obtain an exit stamp at a residency office.
  • Valid medical insurance must be provided by the applicant.

Iraq Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Iraqi business visa is issued to Indonesians traveling to Iraq for business purposes.
  • There are two types of Iraqi business visa:
    • Single-entry visa: this visa is valid for 90 days and it costs 40 USD.
    • Multiple-entry visa: this visa is valid for 3-6 months and is valid for 100 USD.
  • You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Iraqi company you will be visiting.
  • This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied by the date and actual purpose of your trip.
  • If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
  • Pre-registration is recommended for business travelers who will be attending conferences in the country. Proof of this registration is required.
  • If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 3 recent months) is required.
  • Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration.
  • It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
  • If you intend to stay longer than your visa duration, you must apply for an extension. If you remain in the country for more than 10 days without extending your visa, you’ll need to get an exit stamp to leave the country.
  • All visitors to Iraq, with the exception of those traveling on a tourist visa, must have a blood test for HIV and hepatitis within 10 days of arrival.
  • The test must then be repeated every 90 days while you’re in Iraq. Guidance on where to go for the blood test is available at the airport when you arrive.

Iraq Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

40.00 (USD)

Business visa

40.00 (USD)

Iraq Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Indonesia

Location

Address

Jakarta

Jl. Teuku Umar No. 38 Menteng Jakarta 10350 Indonesia

www.mofa.gov.iq/jakarta/

iraqembi@rad.net.id

(+62) 21 390 4067 / 8

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Iraq famous for?

The country is known for its poets and its painters and sculptors are among the best in the Arab world, some of them being world-class. Iraq is known for producing fine handicrafts, including rugs and carpets.

What is the famous food in Iraq?

Wheat, barley, rice, and dates are the staple foods of Iraq. Sheep and goats are the most common meat, but lamb, cows, chickens, fish, and sometimes camels are eaten as well. The meat is usually cut into strips, then cooked with onions and garlic, or minced for stew and served with rice.

Is it safe to travel to Iraq?

Iraq is beset with numerous problems that make traveling risky and difficult. However, northern Iraq, or Kurdistan is safe and has suffered from very little violence since 2003. Major cities, including Baghdad, are fertile grounds for political upheavals, kidnappings, and other underground activity, so tread lightly.

What is the legal drinking age in Iraq?

The legal drinking age is 18 and sources say that only Iraqi Christians are permitted to sell alcohol.