Get a Iraq Visa

Tourist Travel Requirements for an Iraq Visa for Swiss Citizens

  1. Passport

    The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

    • Contain at least two blank visa pages
    • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
    • Be free of any entry or exit stamps from Israel. Please contact CIBTvisas for advice if the passport contains Israeli stamps

  2. Photograph(s)

    You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:

    • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
    • Be taken against an all white background
    • Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
    • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
    • You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
    • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
    • Be identical

  3. Letter of Invitation

    An original letter of invitation from the country of destination. This invitation must be issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

  4. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel

  5. Visa Application Form(s)

    One fully completed and signed application form. This form must:

    • Be typed only, handwritten forms will no longer be accepted
    • Be printed off and signed in the original

  6. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

    For orders placed on the CIBTvisas website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.


    For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed CIBTvisas Visa Order Form which can be found in the CIBTvisas Application Pack should be submitted.


    Please note that all card payments will only be made upon completion of the visa application process. 

Business Travel Requirements for an Iraq Visa for Swiss Citizens

  1. Visa May Not Be Required

    Visa is not required provided the traveller:

    • Holds a signed and stamped letter issued by the Ministry of Interior of Iraq and arrives at Baghdad (BGQ), Basra (BSR) or Najaf (NJF)
    • Holds a signed and stamped letter issued by the Ministry of Interior of the Kurdistan Regional Government and arrives at Erbil (EBL) and Sulaymaniyah (ISU)

  2. Passport

    The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

    • Contain at least two blank visa pages
    • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
    • Be free of any entry or exit stamps from Israel. Please contact CIBTvisas for advice if the passport contains Israeli stamps

  3. Photograph(s)

    You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:

    • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
    • Be taken against an all white background
    • Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
    • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
    • You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
    • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
    • Be identical

  4. Business Introduction Letter

    You must provide an original Business Cover Letter from the applicant's Swiss employer. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays a Swiss postal address. Use the sample Business Cover Letter provided here to complete your letter.

    All Business Cover Letters must be addressed to the Embassy or Consulate. The address of the diplomatic missions can be found here

  5. Letter of Invitation

    A letter of invitation from the country of destination. A copy is acceptable. This invitation must:

    • Be issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

  6. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:

    • A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel

  7. Visa Application Form(s)

    One fully completed and signed application form. This form must:

    • Be typed only, handwritten forms will no longer be accepted
    • Be printed off and signed in the original

  8. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

    For orders placed on the CIBTvisas website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.


    For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed CIBTvisas Visa Order Form which can be found in the CIBTvisas Application Pack should be submitted.


    Please note that all card payments will only be made upon completion of the visa application process. 

Iraq Visa FAQ

  1. When is the best time to apply for my Iraq visa?

    The best time to apply for your Iraq visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion.

  2. Do I have to send you my passport to get a Iraq visa? Is it safe to send a passport?

    Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Iraq visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application by a secure method, such as a guaranteed postal service or courier.