The official visa for Iraq is a special visa that you need if you are traveling to Iraq on behalf of a government agency, public institution, or other official organization. The visa is used for business trips and official assignments that are not covered by tourist, business, or diplomatic visas.
At Alla Visum, you can get help applying for an official visa to Iraq. We help you check the data, reduce the risk of errors and ensure that your application is handled correctly before travel. You can start the application online, upload documents, and get help throughout the process.
About official visa to Iraq
An official visa for Iraq, also known as a service visa for Iraq, is a visa issued to people who travel to Iraq on official business for a government agency, public organization, or international institution.
The visa is intended for service passport holders or people who have an official assignment from a government or public organization. The visa differs from tourist visas, business visas, and diplomatic visas in that it can only be used for official assignments.
The application must be submitted before departure along with documents proving the official purpose of the trip. The period of validity, number of entries and length of stay are determined by the Iraqi authorities.
You will need the following documents to apply:
- Completed visa application
- Copy of passport information page
- The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the date of entry
- Visa photo
- Copy of service passport or other official travel document
- Official letter from an authority or organisation confirming the assignment
- Oral notice or official certificate if required
- Travel plan or flight booking
Iraq can change visa rules and document requirements at short notice. It is therefore important to check the current rules before submitting the application.
Rules for official visa to Iraq
Important rules to know:
- The visa is intended for people traveling to Iraq on official assignment
- The visa may only be used for the purpose specified in the application
- The period of validity and length of stay are determined by the Iraqi authorities
- The visa is intended for holders of service passports or people with official duties
- The visa is not intended for tourism
- The visa is not intended for study in Iraq
- The visa does not entitle you to private employment in Iraq
- The final decision is always made by Iraq's immigration authorities
- In some cases, an extension can be applied for with the relevant authorities in Iraq, but the decisions are always made by the authorities
Are you a Swedish citizen?
Swedish citizens who travel to Iraq on official matters on behalf of a public authority, public organization or international institution may need to apply for an official visa. The requirements vary depending on the nature of the assignment and the travel document used.
Embassy of Iraq in Stockholm
The Iraqi embassy in Stockholm is the official diplomatic representation of Iraq in Sweden and is responsible for diplomatic, consular and administrative matters between Iraq and Sweden. The embassy handles visa matters, passport issues, legalizations, and other consular services for Iraqi citizens and people who need official documents to travel to Iraq.
For people applying for a visa to Iraq, Alla Visa will help prepare the application, check the documentation, and guide you through the entire process to ensure that the application meets the current requirements.
Embassy of Sweden in Iraq
Sweden has an embassy in Baghdad that represents Sweden in Iraq and works with diplomatic relations, consular support to Swedish citizens and cooperation between the countries. The Embassy also assists Swedish citizens who are in Iraq in various consular matters.
If you are planning to travel to Iraq, it is important to have the proper visas and travel documents before traveling. All visas will help you identify the documents required for your trip and ensure that the application is properly prepared according to the current regulations and requirements of the Iraqi authorities.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
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FAQ Service visa to Iraq
The official visa for Iraq is a visa for people traveling to Iraq on behalf of a government agency, public organization, or international institution.
The official visa for Iraq is intended for people traveling to Iraq on official assignments for a government agency, public organization, or international institution. The visa is used for official assignments and is different from tourist, business, and diplomatic visas.
Yes, for Iraq's official visa, a service passport is required. The application should usually also be supported by an official letter from the competent authority. If you are travelling with an ordinary passport, a different visa category may need to be used, even if the trip is for business.
A Note Verale is an official document used in diplomatic and governmental communication. It is typically issued by a government agency, embassy, or international organization to confirm the purpose of an official trip and may be required when applying for a diplomatic or official visa.
The duration is determined by the Iraqi authorities and may vary depending on the nature of the mission.
The permitted period of stay is indicated in the visa issued and is determined by the Iraqi authorities.
To apply for an official visa to Iraq, you will need a valid service passport, a Note Verbale from the authority or organization you represent, and completed application documents. Depending on the nature of the mission, the Iraqi authorities may request additional documents.
No. The visa is only intended for official official duties.
The price starts with <spanclass="notranslate">4 200</span> per application and varies depending on the level of service (Standard, Express or Premium) and any additional services. You will see the final price on our website before you complete your order.
The processing time depends on the Embassy's current workload. We prioritize premium and express applications. The standard treatment takes about four weeks.
You can submit your application as soon as you have gathered all the required documents. We will check when it is time to submit the application to the embassy based on your planned travel date. The processing time depends on the Embassy's current workload. We prioritize premium and express applications.
This depends on the nature of the mission and the decisions of the Iraqi authorities. Some official visas may be issued for multiple entries.
If your official service is extended, additional permits or visa extensions may be needed. Decisions are made by Iraqi authorities.
An official visa for Iraq is intended for people traveling on official mission. If you are going to work for a private employer or perform commercial work, you may need a work visa and work permit instead.
An official visa to Iraq is not intended for study. If you plan to study in Iraq, you may need to apply for a student visa instead.
If the purpose is commercial meetings or business activities, business visas may be a more suitable visa category.
Official visa for Iraq is not intended for private visits. If you are visiting family or friends, you may need to apply for a tourist visa or some other suitable visa type instead.
Extension may sometimes be possible through Iraqi authorities, but decisions are always made on a case-by-case basis.
At Alla Visa, we help you through the entire application process. We review your documents, help you complete the application correctly, and ensure that all documents meet the embassy's requirements before submitting the application. If the embassy or authorities request additional documents, we will contact you and help you produce the right documents. We will also follow up on your application and keep in touch with the embassy during the processing. Our goal is to make the process as simple and smooth as possible, while reducing the risk of delays and unnecessary rejections.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
Tjänstevisum
Valid for
90 days
Number of entries
Easy Intrusion
Max stay
30 days
Requirements for Service visa to Iraq
- Copy of passport information page
- Visa photo
- Official confirmation