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Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. Application MUST be typed. Handwritten applications will not be accepted by the Embassy. Application forms cannot be double sided, please print on one side.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least six months after the intended date of departure from the territory of Iraq and has at least two blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a surcharge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the United States such as a resident card, work, or study permit.

Driver's license. A copy of the applicant's driver's license or state issued ID.

Approval Letter. An approval reference number is required from the corresponding Iraq Ministry, addressed to the Embassy of Iraq in Washington, DC showing the name of the applicant and the type and the validity of the visa.

Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the United States. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Iraq, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
The sample format for this letter can be found here

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. Application MUST be typed. Handwritten applications will not be accepted by the Embassy. Application forms cannot be double sided, please print on one side.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least six months after the intended date of departure from the territory of Iraq and has at least two blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a surcharge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the United States such as a resident card, work, or study permit.

Driver's license. A copy of the applicant's driver's license or state issued ID.

Approval Letter. An approval reference number is required from the corresponding Iraq Ministry, addressed to the Embassy of Iraq in Washington, DC showing the name of the applicant and the type and the validity of the visa.

Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the United States. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Iraq, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
The sample format for this letter can be found here

COVID-19 Test Result. Please provide a copy of a recently issued negative COVID-19 test result.

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. Application MUST be typed. Handwritten applications will not be accepted by the Embassy. Application forms cannot be double sided, please print on one side.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least six months after the intended date of departure from the territory of Iraq and has at least two blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a surcharge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the United States such as a resident card, work, or study permit.

Visa approval. Approval letter or reference number issued by the Iraqi Ministry of Interior Affairs department.

Personal letter. A personal letter from the applicant addressed to the Embassy of Iraq, explaining the purpose of the trip, dates of travel, cities to be visited, and place of accommodation. The letter must be written and signed personally by the visa applicant or their legal guardian. A tour company cannot provide the letter on the visa applicant's behalf.

Driver's license. A copy of the applicant's driver's license or state issued ID.

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. Application MUST be typed. Handwritten applications will not be accepted by the Embassy. Application forms cannot be double sided, please print on one side.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least six months after the intended date of departure from the territory of Iraq and has at least two blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a surcharge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the United States such as a resident card, work, or study permit.

Visa approval. Approval letter or reference number issued by the Iraqi Ministry of Interior Affairs department.

Personal letter. A personal letter from the applicant addressed to the Embassy of Iraq, explaining the purpose of the trip, dates of travel, cities to be visited, and place of accommodation. The letter must be written and signed personally by the visa applicant or their legal guardian. A tour company cannot provide the letter on the visa applicant's behalf.

Driver's license. A copy of the applicant's driver's license or state issued ID.

COVID-19 Test Result. Please provide a copy of a recently issued negative COVID-19 test result.

Valid passport. A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of transit is usually required.

Onward Ticket. Proof of a confirmed flight ticket to a third country (not returning to the country of origin) within the allowed transit period (often 24–72 hours).

Nationality Eligibility. Travelers from certain countries may need a transit visa even for airside transit, while others (e.g., EU, US, Canada passport holders) are often exempt.

Visa for Final Destination. If the destination country requires a visa, it must be obtained prior to transit, and proof may be required during transit.

Proof of Sufficient Funds. Hold proof of sufficient funds to cover reasonable expences.

Layover Duration. Must be within the country’s allowed visa-free transit period (e.g., 24 hours in China, 72 hours in some Gulf countries). Longer stays may require a transit visa.

Clean Travel Record. No bans or restrictions in the transit country, as immigration systems may flag travelers with prior violations.

Airline and Airport Rules. Compliance with specific airline or airport policies, as some may enforce stricter checks (e.g., boarding only with confirmed transit visa).

Valid passport. A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of transit is usually required.

Onward Ticket. Proof of a confirmed flight ticket to a third country (not returning to the country of origin) within the allowed transit period (often 24–72 hours).

Nationality Eligibility. Travelers from certain countries may need a transit visa even for airside transit, while others (e.g., EU, US, Canada passport holders) are often exempt.

Visa for Final Destination. If the destination country requires a visa, it must be obtained prior to transit, and proof may be required during transit.

Proof of Sufficient Funds. Hold proof of sufficient funds to cover reasonable expences.

Layover Duration. Must be within the country’s allowed visa-free transit period (e.g., 24 hours in China, 72 hours in some Gulf countries). Longer stays may require a transit visa.

Clean Travel Record. No bans or restrictions in the transit country, as immigration systems may flag travelers with prior violations.

Airline and Airport Rules. Compliance with specific airline or airport policies, as some may enforce stricter checks (e.g., boarding only with confirmed transit visa).

Valid passport. A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of transit is usually required.

Onward Ticket. Proof of a confirmed flight ticket to a third country (not returning to the country of origin) within the allowed transit period (often 24–72 hours).

Nationality Eligibility. Travelers from certain countries may need a transit visa even for airside transit, while others (e.g., EU, US, Canada passport holders) are often exempt.

Visa for Final Destination. If the destination country requires a visa, it must be obtained prior to transit, and proof may be required during transit.

Proof of Sufficient Funds. Hold proof of sufficient funds to cover reasonable expences.

Layover Duration. Must be within the country’s allowed visa-free transit period (e.g., 24 hours in China, 72 hours in some Gulf countries). Longer stays may require a transit visa.

Clean Travel Record. No bans or restrictions in the transit country, as immigration systems may flag travelers with prior violations.

Airline and Airport Rules. Compliance with specific airline or airport policies, as some may enforce stricter checks (e.g., boarding only with confirmed transit visa).

Valid passport. A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of transit is usually required.

Onward Ticket. Proof of a confirmed flight ticket to a third country (not returning to the country of origin) within the allowed transit period (often 24–72 hours).

Nationality Eligibility. Travelers from certain countries may need a transit visa even for airside transit, while others (e.g., EU, US, Canada passport holders) are often exempt.

Visa for Final Destination. If the destination country requires a visa, it must be obtained prior to transit, and proof may be required during transit.

Proof of Sufficient Funds. Hold proof of sufficient funds to cover reasonable expences.

Layover Duration. Must be within the country’s allowed visa-free transit period (e.g., 24 hours in China, 72 hours in some Gulf countries). Longer stays may require a transit visa.

Clean Travel Record. No bans or restrictions in the transit country, as immigration systems may flag travelers with prior violations.

Airline and Airport Rules. Compliance with specific airline or airport policies, as some may enforce stricter checks (e.g., boarding only with confirmed transit visa).

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. Application MUST be typed. Handwritten applications will not be accepted by the Embassy. Application forms cannot be double sided, please print on one side.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least six months after the intended date of departure from the territory of Iraq and has at least two blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a surcharge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the United States such as a resident card, work, or study permit.

Driver's license. A copy of the applicant's driver's license or state issued ID.

Approval Letter. An approval reference number is required from the corresponding Iraq Ministry, addressed to the Embassy of Iraq in Washington, DC showing the name of the applicant and the type and the validity of the visa.

Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the United States. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Iraq, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
The sample format for this letter can be found here

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. Application MUST be typed. Handwritten applications will not be accepted by the Embassy. Application forms cannot be double sided, please print on one side.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least six months after the intended date of departure from the territory of Iraq and has at least two blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a surcharge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the United States such as a resident card, work, or study permit.

Driver's license. A copy of the applicant's driver's license or state issued ID.

Approval Letter. An approval reference number is required from the corresponding Iraq Ministry, addressed to the Embassy of Iraq in Washington, DC showing the name of the applicant and the type and the validity of the visa.

Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the United States. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Iraq, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
The sample format for this letter can be found here

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. Application MUST be typed. Handwritten applications will not be accepted by the Embassy. Application forms cannot be double sided, please print on one side.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least six months after the intended date of departure from the territory of Iraq and has at least two blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a surcharge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the United States such as a resident card, work, or study permit.

Itinerary. A copy of round-trip tickets with the applicant's name clearly stated on the itinerary.

Approval Letter. An approval reference number is required from the corresponding Iraq Ministry, addressed to the Embassy of Iraq in Washington, DC showing the name of the applicant and the type and the validity of the visa.

Employment Invitation letter. "A letter from the sponsoring company in the destination country. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Embassy/Consulate of the destination country, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The letter must adhere to the following guidelines: briefly introduce the applicant; state the nature of the position being offered, salary structure, and duration of the contract.
An ORIGINAL letter of invitation on company letterhead from the business host in the destination country stating the applicant's title, expertise, duties and responsibilities. It should indicate rationale for hiring the applicant as well as his/her salary, position and qualifications."

Driver's license. A copy of the applicant's driver's license or state issued ID.

Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.

Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.

Sponsor's Nationality Card.

Sponsor's Residence Card.

Hotel Reservations. Copy of hotel reservations (Applicant's name must be on Hotel Reservation).

Proof of Employment.

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. Application MUST be typed. Handwritten applications will not be accepted by the Embassy. Application forms cannot be double sided, please print on one side.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least six months after the intended date of departure from the territory of Iraq and has at least two blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a surcharge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the United States such as a resident card, work, or study permit.

Approval Letter. An approval reference number is required from the corresponding Iraq Ministry, addressed to the Embassy of Iraq in Washington, DC showing the name of the applicant and the type and the validity of the visa.

Driver's license. A copy of the applicant's driver's license or state issued ID.

Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the United States. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Iraq, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
The sample format for this letter can be found here

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. Application MUST be typed. Handwritten applications will not be accepted by the Embassy. Application forms cannot be double sided, please print on one side.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least six months after the intended date of departure from the territory of Iraq and has at least two blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a surcharge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the United States such as a resident card, work, or study permit.

Approval Letter. An approval reference number is required from the corresponding Iraq Ministry, addressed to the Embassy of Iraq in Washington, DC showing the name of the applicant and the type and the validity of the visa.

Driver's license. A copy of the applicant's driver's license or state issued ID.

Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the United States. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Iraq, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
The sample format for this letter can be found here

Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. Application MUST be typed. Handwritten applications will not be accepted by the Embassy. Application forms cannot be double sided, please print on one side.

Original passport. The passport must be valid at least six months after the intended date of departure from the territory of Iraq and has at least two blank visa pages.

Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a surcharge associated with this service.

Proof of status. A copy of immigration status in the United States such as a resident card, work, or study permit.

Approval Letter. An approval reference number is required from the corresponding Iraq Ministry, addressed to the Embassy of Iraq in Washington, DC showing the name of the applicant and the type and the validity of the visa.

Driver's license. A copy of the applicant's driver's license or state issued ID.

Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the United States. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Iraq, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
The sample format for this letter can be found here

Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.

Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.

Sponsor's Nationality Card.

Sponsor's Residence Card.

Hotel Reservations. Copy of hotel reservations (Applicant's name must be on Hotel Reservation).

Proof of Employment.

Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.

Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.

Sponsor's Nationality Card.

Sponsor's Residence Card.

Hotel Reservations. Copy of hotel reservations (Applicant's name must be on Hotel Reservation).

Proof of Employment.