📌 Required Documents for Iraq Business Visa
Although there are visa exemption arrangements between Iraq and Turkey, this practice varies depending on the type of passport. Holders of Diplomatic (Black), Special (Green), and Service (Gray) passports who wish to travel to Iraq for business purposes must obtain an Iraq Business Visa in advance from the Iraqi diplomatic missions in Turkey.
Turkish citizens holding Ordinary (Bordo) passports may obtain a 10-day entry visa upon arrival if they fly directly to Baghdad, Basra, Mosul, Erbil, or Sulaymaniyah. However, for business meetings, conferences, trade fairs, or any commercial activity requiring a stay longer than 10 days, it is mandatory to apply for an Iraq Business Visa before traveling.
Marsel Visa provides professional consultancy support to ensure that your Iraq Business Visa applications are completed quickly and without complications. Below, you can find the updated 2025 list of required documents and detailed information about the application process.
📝 Updated 2025 Document List for Iraq Business Visa
Passport: Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the end of travel, include the profession field, contain at least two blank pages, and not be older than 10 years, torn, or damaged.
Application Form: The Iraq Business Visa Application Form must be completed in Turkish and English by the applicant, filled out in capital letters with a ballpoint pen, and signed. All information must be accurate and complete.
Photographs: Three recent biometric photos with a white background.
Invitation Letter: An invitation letter from the company in Iraq, signed and stamped by the company official. The letter must state the purpose of travel, travel dates, accommodation details, and who will cover the expenses. A copy of the inviter’s ID and passport must also be attached.
Hotel Reservation: A hotel confirmation document covering the entire duration of stay, consistent with the travel dates.
Travel Health Insurance: Private health insurance covering the entire stay in Iraq, with a minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR.
Flight Reservation: Round-trip flight reservation.
For Those Traveling by Land: Customs transit carnet, driver’s license, and vehicle registration copy.
Health Report: A notarized medical report certifying that the applicant does not have a contagious disease.
Company Documents: Certificate of activity, signature circular, tax certificate, and trade registry gazette copies.
Visa Request Petition: A petition written in English on the company’s letterhead, addressed to the Consulate, stating the purpose of travel, travel dates, and who will cover the expenses.
Payroll: Signed and stamped payrolls for the last 3 months.
Social Security Employment Declaration: Must be up to date.
Bank Statement: Bank account statement showing sufficient funds to cover the trip. The document must be stamped and wet-signed.
⏳ Iraq Business Visa Application
The decision-making authorities for Iraq Business Visa applications are the Iraqi Embassy in Ankara and the Iraqi Consulate General in Istanbul. These diplomatic missions have no regional restrictions, meaning applicants from any city in Turkey may apply through authorized agencies without the need to appear in person.
💳 Iraq Business Visa Fee 2025
The business visa fees for Iraq are determined by the Iraqi Embassy and vary depending on the duration of stay and number of entries. Payment of the visa fee is mandatory for the application process to proceed.
🕒 How Long Does It Take to Get an Iraq Business Visa?
If all documents are complete, Iraq Business Visa applications are generally finalized within 7–10 business days. However, missing documents, official holidays, and workload at the Iraqi Embassy may extend this period. To avoid delays, applicants are advised to check official holidays in advance and prepare documents thoroughly.