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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Eritrea citizens need a visa for Iraq?

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

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Eritrea vs Iraq: passport comparison

Eritrea

12

visa-free countries

Global rank: #185 · mobility 68.9

Iraq

8

visa-free countries

Global rank: #196 · mobility 61.1
4

countries both Eritrea and Iraq can enter visa-free together

Eritrea + Iraq: passport compatibility

85%

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

Where Eritrea and Iraq travel together — by entry type:

4 both visa-free
17 both visa on arrival
42 both e-visa / eTA
105 both need a visa
29 access differs

Where Eritrea 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)

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

Only Eritrea is visa-free (8)

BeninGambiaPhilippinesRwandaSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSingaporeTogoUganda

Only Iraq is visa-free (4)

IranMalaysiaTunisiaZambia

Where else Eritrea goes visa-free

→ BeninVisa-free · 90 days → → DominicaVisa-free · 21 days → → GambiaVisa-free · 90 days → → HaitiVisa-free · 90 days → → MicronesiaVisa-free · 30 days → → PhilippinesVisa-free · 30 days → → RwandaVisa-free · 30 days → → Saint Vincent and the GrenadinesVisa-free · 90 days → → SeychellesVisa-free · 90 days →
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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 Eritrea citizens need a visa for Iraq?
Eritrea citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Iraq — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Eritrea or Iraq?
The Eritrea passport is stronger: 12 visa-free countries versus 8. Global rank: Eritrea #185, Iraq #196.
Where can Eritrea 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 Eritrea and Iraq?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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