IraqVietnam: e-Visa

IraqVietnam

Do Iraq passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

e-Visa

Yes. Iraq passport holders need a visa for Vietnam, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn (checked September 3, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance6,144 km, straight line (~7h 44m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Vietnam58 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Vietnam passport holders visiting Iraq: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Vietnam

Iraq passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Iraq passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Iraq passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Yes. Iraq passport holders need a visa for Vietnam, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How long can Iraq citizens stay in Vietnam without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Vietnam from Iraq?

About 6,144 km in a straight line, roughly ~7h 44m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Vietnam?

Vietnamese đồng (VND).

What is the emergency number in Vietnam?

113 / 114 / 115.

What time zone is Vietnam in?

Bangkok (UTC+7).

What is the nearest airport to Hanoi?

Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), about 24 km away.

How many countries can enter Vietnam without a visa?

58 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Vietnam visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Iraq passport holders visit without a visa instead of Vietnam?

Hong Kong, Sri Lanka.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Iraq

Iraq, officially the Republic of Iraq, is a country in West Asia. Located within the Middle East, it is bordered by Saudi Arabia to the south, Turkey to the north, Iran to the east, the Persian Gulf and Kuwait to the southeast, Jordan to the southwest, and Syria to the west. The country covers an area of 438,317 square kilometres (169,235 sq mi) and has a population of over 46 million, making it the 58th largest country by area and the 31st most populous in the world. Baghdad, home to over 8 million people, is the capital city and the largest in the country.

CapitalBaghdad

RegionWestern Asia

Population47M

Area438,317 km²

CurrencyIraqi dinar (1 USD ≈ 1517.22 IQD)

LanguagesArabic, Aramaic, Sorani

Calling code+964

Drives on theright

TimezoneBaghdad (UTC+3)

Nearest airportBaghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW), 17 km

Emergency number104 / 115 / 122 / 911

UNESCO sites6

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$5,410 (2025)

Tourist arrivals892K (2013)

Climate in Baghdad

Warmest July, coolest January, driest May, sunniest July. Best time to visit: April, October.

Monthly climate normals for Baghdad, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	16.1°C	6.6°C	22mm	254h
February	18.4°C	7.9°C	24mm	245h
March	24°C	12.8°C	32mm	287h
April	30.5°C	17.9°C	2mm	316h
May	37.9°C	23.6°C	0mm	373h
June	41.8°C	27.6°C	0mm	395h
July	47.1°C	32.2°C	0mm	397h
August	43.1°C	29°C	0mm	375h
September	43.6°C	27.9°C	0mm	351h
October	35.3°C	19.5°C	0mm	318h
November	24.5°C	14.6°C	54mm	262h
December	18.3°C	8.1°C	9mm	270h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Iraq is a republic in the Middle East. It has an extremely rich history and culture that is still visible today, although accessing it may pose some challenges to visitors. It was once host to the region of ancient Mesopotamia, often called the "cradle of civilisation". After the rise of Islam, Baghdad became a center of learning and the arts during the Islamic Golden Age. Its holy cities of Najaf and Karbala now accept millions of pilgrims per year from throughout the Middle East.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ahwar of Southern Iraq
Assur
Babylon
Citadel of Erbil
Hatra
Samarra

Upcoming public holidays

December 10, 2026Victory Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

Full source list on About.

About Vietnam

Vietnam, officially the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam (SRV), is a country at the eastern edge of Mainland Southeast Asia. With an area of about 331,000 square kilometres and a population of over 102 million, it is the world's 16th-most populous country. One of two communist states in Southeast Asia, Vietnam is bordered by China to the north, and Laos and Cambodia to the west; it lies along the Gulf of Thailand to the southwest and the South China Sea to the east, where it has shared and disputed maritime borders with other countries. Its capital is Hanoi, while its largest city is Ho Chi Minh City.

CapitalHanoi

RegionSouth-Eastern Asia

Population101.6M

Area331,212 km²

CurrencyVietnamese đồng (1 USD ≈ 25869.40 VND)

LanguagesVietnamese

Calling code+84

Drives on theright

TimezoneBangkok (UTC+7)

Nearest airportNoi Bai International Airport (HAN), 24 km

Emergency number113 / 114 / 115

UNESCO sites12

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$5,066 (2025)

Tourist arrivals3.8M (2020)

Climate in Hanoi

Warmest June, coolest December, driest December, sunniest July. Best time to visit: January, February, May, November.

Monthly climate normals for Hanoi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.8°C	16.1°C	95mm	160h
February	23°C	16.1°C	74mm	131h
March	26°C	20.1°C	190mm	117h
April	25.4°C	18.9°C	157mm	144h
May	33°C	25.6°C	136mm	291h
June	35.2°C	27.5°C	122mm	311h
July	34.6°C	27.4°C	150mm	312h
August	31.1°C	25.7°C	471mm	234h
September	30.6°C	25.2°C	538mm	198h
October	26.4°C	20.8°C	299mm	181h
November	25.9°C	19.5°C	81mm	242h
December	20.5°C	13.8°C	27mm	173h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Vietnam is a country in Southeast Asia with great food and a wealth of natural and cultural attractions. Despite the turmoil of the Vietnam War, Vietnam has emerged from the ashes since the 1990s and is undergoing rapid economic development, driven by its young and industrious population. It remains less developed as a tourist destination than Thailand.

Upcoming public holidays

January 1, 2027Tết dương lịch

April 30, 2027Ngày Giải phóng miền Nam, thống nhất đất nước

May 1, 2027Ngày Quốc tế lao động

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