Home  ›  Afghanistan  ›  Iraq
Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Afghanistan citizens need a visa for Iraq?

e-Visa / ETA

Afghanistan citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Iraq — applied for online before departure.

VISAXSJul 2026
e-Visa / ETA
Afghanistan → Iraq
e-Visaonline

Everything for your trip to Iraq

Partner links — we may earn a commission at no cost to you.

Afghanistan vs Iraq: passport comparison

Afghanistan

4

visa-free countries

Global rank: #198 · mobility 56.8

Iraq

8

visa-free countries

Global rank: #196 · mobility 61.1
4

countries both Afghanistan and Iraq can enter visa-free together

Afghanistan + Iraq: passport compatibility

94%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Afghanistan and Iraq travel together — by entry type:

4 both visa-free
19 both visa on arrival
48 both e-visa / eTA
115 both need a visa
11 access differs

Where Afghanistan and Iraq can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (4)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Dominica 21 days #70
Haiti 90 days #175
Micronesia 30 days #89
Seychelles 90 days #58

Only Iraq is visa-free (4)

Where else Afghanistan goes visa-free

Check another route

Documents you'll usually need for Iraq

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do Afghanistan citizens need a visa for Iraq?
Afghanistan citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Iraq — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Afghanistan or Iraq?
The Iraq passport is stronger: 8 visa-free countries versus 4. Global rank: Afghanistan #198, Iraq #196.
Where can Afghanistan and Iraq citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 4 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Iraq?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Afghanistan and Iraq?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Afghanistan passport ranking

Where else the Afghanistan passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

View the passport