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Do Canada passport holders need a visa to visit IQ?

Canadian passport holders need a visa to enter Iraq. Since 1 March 2025 the federal visa-on-arrival scheme was suspended for Canada and 36 other nationalities, so Canadians must now obtain an eVisa online via the official portal (evisa.iq) before travelling, for a stay of up to 30 days. Note: Canada's government advises against all travel to Iraq. A Canadian (ordinary passport) traveller going to federal Iraq for tourism must hold a pre-arranged visa. Iraq launched an electronic visa (eVisa) system in April 2024, and from 1 March 2025 it suspended visa-on-arrival for 37 nationalities, including Canada — meaning Canadians can no longer obtain a visa at Baghdad airport and must apply for the eVisa online beforehand. The federal eVisa grants a single visit of up to 30 days and is also valid for the Kurdistan Region. The fee is roughly USD 160. The Kurdistan Region also operates its own separate eVisa platform (around 100,000 IQD) valid only for that region; to travel onward from Kurdistan into the rest of Iraq, a distinct federal Iraqi visa is required. Passports must be valid at least six months. Travellers whose passports show Israeli stamps face additional screening for federal Iraq (but not for Kurdistan). Stays beyond 10 days require registration with the Iraqi Residence Office. Critically, the Government of Canada maintains an "Avoid all travel" advisory for all of Iraq, including Kurdistan, due to terrorism, armed conflict and kidnapping risks, and Canada's embassy in Baghdad has suspended consular operations.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (electronic tourist visa)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per visit
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
Approximately USD 160 (federal eVisa); Kurdistan-only eVisa approx. 100,000 IQD
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically 24-72 hours after submission
standard track
Validity
Valid for entry within the period stated on the eVisa; 30-day permitted stay from entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your route and which Iraq applies
Decide whether you are entering federal Iraq (Baghdad and most of the country) or only the Kurdistan Region. The federal eVisa covers all of Iraq including Kurdistan; a Kurdistan-only eVisa does not allow onward travel into the rest of Iraq.
· Federal vs Kurdistan· Routing decision
/02
Check the travel advisory first
Review the Government of Canada advisory for Iraq, which is currently 'Avoid all travel' for the entire country. Confirm whether your trip is essential and whether commercial flights and consular support are available.
· travel.gc.ca· Avoid all travel
/03
Apply on the official eVisa portal
Go to the official Iraqi federal eVisa portal at evisa.iq and complete the online application with your personal and travel details. Use only the official government site to avoid third-party markups.
· evisa.iq· Official portal
/04
Upload documents and pay the fee
Upload a scan of your passport bio page and a passport-style photo, then pay the eVisa fee (approximately USD 160) by card. For Kurdistan-only travel, use the separate Kurdistan eVisa platform instead.
· Passport scan· Card payment
/05
Receive the eVisa and travel
Wait for processing (commonly 24-72 hours), then print the approved eVisa. Carry it together with your passport (valid 6+ months) when you fly to Iraq.
· Print approval· 6-month passport
/06
Register after arrival if staying longer
If you remain in Iraq more than 10 days, register with the Iraqi Residence Office (Ministry of Interior). Stays beyond three months require a one-year residence permit.
· 10-day registration· Residence Office
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 10 complete
Canadian passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry date
required
Approved Iraq eVisa printed and in hand before boarding
required
Digital scan of passport bio page for the application
required
Recent passport-style photograph (digital)
required
Payment card for the eVisa fee (approx. USD 160)
required
Confirmed return/onward ticket and accommodation details
recommended
Correct visa type for your route (federal eVisa vs Kurdistan-only)
required
Awareness of additional screening if passport shows Israeli stamps
recommended
Comprehensive travel/medical insurance covering high-risk areas
recommended
Note the Government of Canada 'Avoid all travel' advisory
recommended
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Federal Iraq eVisa feeUSD 160Single-entry tourist eVisa via evisa.iq; covers all of Iraq including Kurdistan
Kurdistan Region eVisa (alternative)100,000 IQDSeparate platform; valid only for Kurdistan, not the rest of Iraq
Optional service/handling chargesVariesThird-party agents add markups; not required if using the official portal
Total estimateUSD 160 — USD 200incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing
24-72 hours
Typical turnaround after online submission and payment via the official portal
Embassy/consulate visa (special categories)
1-3 weeks
Required for journalists, NGO workers and others excluded from the eVisa; obtained at an Iraqi mission
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Visa-on-arrival suspended for Canada
From 1 March 2025 Iraq ended VOA for 37 nationalities including Canada, so an eVisa must be obtained before travel.
High
/02
Applying through unofficial third-party sites
Many lookalike sites charge inflated fees; only evisa.iq is the official federal portal.
High
/03
Wrong visa for the route
A Kurdistan-only eVisa does not permit onward travel into federal Iraq; a distinct federal visa is needed.
Medium
/04
Israeli stamps in passport
Passports showing Israeli visas or stamps trigger additional screening for federal Iraq (not for Kurdistan).
Medium
/05
Ignoring the travel advisory
Canada advises against all travel to Iraq; insurance and consular help may be unavailable.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Canada to Iraq route verified
Confirmed via Iraq's official eVisa portal, Global Affairs Canada and Visa Policy of Iraq that Canadians need an eVisa for federal Iraq; visa-on-arrival suspended 1 March 2025. Fee approx. USD 160, 30-day single-entry stay.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Canadians still get a visa on arrival in Iraq?—
No. Since 1 March 2025 Iraq suspended visa-on-arrival for Canada and 36 other nationalities. Canadians must obtain an eVisa online before travelling to federal Iraq.
Where do I apply for the Iraq eVisa?+
Does the federal eVisa cover the Kurdistan Region?+
How long can I stay and how much does it cost?+
Is it safe to travel to Iraq?+
Will Israeli stamps in my passport cause problems?+
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