Iraq visa requirements for Singaporeans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Singaporeans visiting Iraq

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

  • A Singaporean 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-size photographs (2 inches x 5 centimeters ) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

Iraq Visa for Singaporeans

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

  • A Singaporean 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-size photographs (2 inches x 5 centimeters ) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Iraq Tourist visa Iraq Business visa

Iraq Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Singaporeans can apply for the Iraqi tourist visa if they intend to travel to the country for tourism 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 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.
  • 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 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.
  • Always carry your prescription medication in the original packaging with your doctor’s prescription and in sufficient supply for your entire stay.

Iraq Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

    • Singaporeans traveling to Iraq for business will require a business visa.
    • 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 with 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 travelling 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 Singapore

    Location

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    Iraq currently does not maintain an embassy in Singapore

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What currency is used in Iraq?
    The currency used in Iraq is the Iraqi dinar. The currency code for dinars is IQD, and the currency symbol is د.ع.
    How do people dress in Iraq?

    Most urban Iraqis wear Western-style clothing, while most rural Iraqis wear traditional clothing. Women traditionally wear a veil (which they begin to wear after their first menstrual period) and a dark robe called an abaaya . The abaaya is an outer cloak that covers the body from head to ankle.

    Does iraq accept foreign currencies?

    Yes they do. However foreign currencies must be declared on arrival.

    Can I use PayPal in Iraq?

    Iraq is not supported by PayPal so you cannot use PayPal in Iraq.

    Meeting in Iraq with Ministry of Transport.?
    I am singaporean can I get arrivial tourist visa?
    shearutheen

    1 year ago

    can i?

    Since Iraq does not have an embassy in Singapore, how can I obtain a visa to visit Iraq for tourism in 2023? Dr Li-ann Thio, li-ann.thio@cantab.net?