Iraq Visa for Syria Citizens 2026 — e-Visa / ETA

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Syria vs Iraq: passport comparison

Syria

7

visa-free countries

Global rank: #199 · mobility 55.5

Iraq

8

visa-free countries

Global rank: #196 · mobility 61.1

6

countries both Syria and Iraq can enter visa-free together

Syria + Iraq: passport compatibility

94%

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

Where Syria and Iraq travel together — by entry type:

6 both visa-free

18 both visa on arrival

45 both e-visa / eTA

116 both need a visa

12 access differs

Where Syria 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 (6)

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Country Max stay Passport rank

Dominica21 days#70 Haiti90 days#175 Iran30 days#190 Malaysia30 days#41 Micronesia30 days#89 Seychelles90 days#58

Only Syria is visa-free (1)

Palestine

Only Iraq is visa-free (2)

Tunisia Zambia

Where else Syria goes visa-free

→ DominicaVisa-free · 21 days → → HaitiVisa-free · 90 days → → IranVisa-free · 90 days → → MalaysiaVisa-free · 90 days → → MicronesiaVisa-free · 30 days → → PalestineVisa-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 Syria citizens need a visa for Iraq?

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

Which passport is stronger — Syria or Iraq?

The Iraq passport is stronger: 8 visa-free countries versus 7. Global rank: Syria #199, Iraq #196.

Where can Syria and Iraq citizens travel together visa-free?

Both passports get visa-free access to 6 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 Syria and Iraq?

Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Syria passport ranking

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