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Italy to Iraq visa requirements

Q: How much does the Iraq eVisa cost?

Approximately USD 158 in total (about 206,000 Iraqi dinars), which bundles the eVisa fee with a mandatory health insurance component, paid by card on the official portal.

Q: How long can I stay and is it multiple entry?

The tourist eVisa is single entry and allows a stay of up to 60 days. To return after leaving you would need a new eVisa.

Q: How long does the eVisa take to process?

Usually 24-48 hours, but apply at least a week before departure and avoid non-refundable bookings until your eVisa is approved.

Q: Is the Kurdistan Region the same as Federal Iraq for visas?

No. The Kurdistan Region (Erbil, Sulaymaniyah) runs its own entry system and still offers visa on arrival, but a Kurdistan permit alone does not authorize onward travel into Federal Iraq.

Q: Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Iraq?

No. Iraq is not part of the Schengen area, so neither the Schengen 90/180 short-stay rule nor ETIAS applies. Iraq's own eVisa rules govern entry.

Italian passport holders need an eVisa to visit Federal Iraq for tourism. Since 1 March 2025, Iraq suspended visa-on-arrival for 37 nationalities (Italy included) and now requires an electronic visa obtained in advance via the official portal evisa.iq before boarding. As of mid-2026, an Italian (IT) ordinary passport holder traveling to Iraq (IQ) for tourism requires an eVisa for Federal Iraq. This is a recent change: until 28 February 2025, many Western nationals could obtain a visa on arrival, but effective 1 March 2025 Iraq's Ministry of Interior suspended visa-on-arrival for 37 countries — including Italy and all EU states — and made the electronic visa (eVisa) mandatory. Italians must apply online at the official portal evisa.iq before departure; airlines will not board passengers without an approved eVisa. The eVisa is a single-entry permit allowing a stay of up to 60 days, with a total cost of roughly USD 158 (about 206,000 Iraqi dinars) that bundles the visa fee with mandatory travel health insurance. Standard processing is typically 24-48 hours, though travelers are advised to apply at least a week ahead. A passport valid for at least 6 months beyond entry is required. Note one important regional distinction: the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (entry via Erbil or Sulaymaniyah) operates its own system and still offers visa on arrival / a separate regional eVisa, but a Kurdistan-region permit does not by itself authorize travel into Federal Iraq. Because Iraq is not a Schengen country, the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply here. Given the firm, well-documented eVisa mandate, the verdict is eVisa.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Electronic visa (eVisa) — tourist, applied online before travel

Maximum stay

Up to 60 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 158 total (about 206,000 IQD), incl. mandatory health insurance

consular fee only

Processing time

Typically 24-48 hours

standard track

Validity

Use within the validity window shown on approval; passport must be valid 6+ months beyond entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your route: Federal Iraq vs Kurdistan Region

For Federal Iraq (Baghdad, Najaf, Basra) an eVisa is mandatory. The Kurdistan Region (Erbil, Sulaymaniyah) uses a separate system. Apply for the federal eVisa if your itinerary includes any Federal Iraq cities.

· Decision· 5 minutes

/02

Gather your documents

Have a passport valid 6+ months beyond entry, a recent passport-style photo on a white background, a flight booking, and hotel/accommodation details ready before starting.

· Preparation

/03

Apply online at the official portal evisa.iq

Create an account on evisa.iq, complete the tourist eVisa application form, and upload your passport bio page and photo. Use only the official government site to avoid agency markups.

· Online· ~20 minutes

/04

Pay the eVisa fee by card

Pay the total of approximately USD 158 / 206,000 IQD online, which bundles the visa fee with the mandatory health insurance component.

· Payment· Card

/05

Wait for approval and download the eVisa

Processing is usually 24-48 hours. Once approved, download and print the eVisa PDF. Apply at least a week before departure as a buffer.

· 24-48 hours

/06

Travel and present documents at the border

Carry the printed eVisa, your passport, return ticket and accommodation proof. Present them at immigration on arrival in Iraq.

· At arrival

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Italy -> Iraq · Electronic visa (eVisa) — tourist, applied online before travel

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond your date of entry

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least one blank passport page for the entry stamp

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved eVisa printout (PDF) obtained from evisa.iq

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photo, white background

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredMeans of payment for the ~USD 158 eVisa fee (card)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds (recent bank statements)

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedTravel/health insurance confirmation (basic cover bundled, extra cover advised)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedCheck current security advisories from the Italian Foreign Ministry (Viaggiare Sicuri)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesIraq Official eVisa Portal (evisa.iq)Visa policy of Iraq — Wikipedia Iraq imposes electronic visa requirements on 37 countries — VisasNews

Application link included: Iraq Official eVisa Portal (evisa.iq)

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa fee (incl. mandatory health insurance)~USD 158 / 206,000 IQDTotal charged on the official evisa.iq portal; bundles the visa and insurance components

Kurdistan Region visa on arrival (alternative route only)~USD 20Applies only if entering and staying within the Kurdistan Region; not valid for Federal Iraq

Third-party agency service fee (optional)USD 30-80+Charged by private visa agents; avoidable by applying directly on the official portal

Total estimateUSD 158 — USD 240incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

24-48 hours

Typical turnaround on the official portal; apply at least a week before travel as a safety buffer

Allow extra buffer for peak periods

Up to 1-2 weeks

Processing can occasionally extend during high demand or document verification; do not book non-refundable travel before approval

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Visa-on-arrival suspended for Italy since March 2025

Iraq's Ministry of Interior ended visa-on-arrival for 37 nationalities (including Italy and the EU) effective 1 March 2025, replacing it with a mandatory advance eVisa for Federal Iraq.

High

/02

No mutual visa-waiver between Italy and Iraq

There is no bilateral visa-exemption agreement, so Italian ordinary passport holders cannot enter Federal Iraq without a visa.

High

/03

Iraq is outside the Schengen/ETIAS framework

Schengen 90/180 rules and ETIAS do not apply; Iraq sets its own entry policy, which is now an eVisa requirement.

Medium

/04

Confusion between Federal Iraq and Kurdistan Region rules

The Kurdistan Region still allows visa on arrival, leading some travelers to wrongly assume the same applies to Federal Iraq.

Medium

/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

Italy to Iraq route verified

Confirmed via the official evisa.iq portal and multiple authoritative sources that Italian ordinary passport holders require an eVisa for Federal Iraq following the 1 March 2025 suspension of visa-on-arrival for 37 nationalities. Single entry, up to 60-day stay, ~USD 158 total fee.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Italians still get a visa on arrival in Iraq?—

Not for Federal Iraq. Since 1 March 2025 visa-on-arrival was suspended for 37 nationalities including Italy, and an eVisa obtained in advance via evisa.iq is now mandatory. The Kurdistan Region is a separate case that still offers visa on arrival.

How much does the Iraq eVisa cost?+

How long can I stay and is it multiple entry?+

How long does the eVisa take to process?+

Is the Kurdistan Region the same as Federal Iraq for visas?+

Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Iraq?+

/11 — Passport tools