Iraq
Passports
Passport valid for
at least six months from date of issue of visa required by all.
Note: At time of publishing, non-Iraqi Arab passport holders cannot enter Iraq.Visas
Required by all.Types of visa and cost
General: US$43 Validity
Three months.Application to
Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information for details.Application requirements
(a) Valid passport. (b) Two passport-size photos. (c) One application form. (d) Fee. (e) Letter explaining purpose of visit from company for whom the applicant will be working in Iraq.Working days required
One week from receipt of approval from Baghdad (which may take one month or more).
Test required for stays longer than 5 days
ID2000
Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in the UK
169 Knightsbridge, London SW7 1DW, UK
Tel: (020) 7602 8456 or 7581 2264.
Fax: (020) 7589 3356.
Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in the USA
1801 P Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
Tel: (202) 483 7500.
Website: www.iraqiembassy.org
All travel to Baghdad and the adjacent provinces of Al Anbar, Salah Ad Din, Diyala, Wasit and Babil is advised against. The security situation is dangerous and there continues to be widespread outbreaks of violence. Even the most essential of travel to Iraq should be delayed, if possible. There has been a steady increase in the number of attacks against non-Iraqi civilians, including British nationals. A number of British nationals have been killed and many others have been seriously injured in terrorist incidents since the beginning of March 2004. If in Iraq, security arrangements should be carefully reviewed. Terrorists are actively targeting British, international and other interests in Iraq. Targets include hotels where UK and other nationals may stay, as well as civilian vehicles and aircraft. Attacks have often involved the use of firearms and explosives. There is a continuing threat from kidnapping. There have been numerous kidnappings of non-Iraqi civilians, particularly in the region surrounding Fallujah and Al Ramadi and on the Baghdad-Amman highway. However, this threat applies to all nationals.
The security situation is dangerous. There continues to be widespread outbreaks of violence against foreign nationals and targets have included hotels, civilian vehicles and aircraft, and attacks have occurred in the International Zone.
There has been an increase in fatal roadside bombings around Basra, where both civilian and military vehicles have been targeted. Travelers should be aware of the increased danger by road travel in Basra.
There have been numerous kidnappings of foreign nationals across Iraq. Some of those kidnapped have been killed by their captors.
Curfews exist in many areas of Iraq. Travelers should ensure that they adhere to all curfew times.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice: British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
