MaltaIraq: e-Visa
Malta
Iraq
Do Malta passport holders need a visa for Iraq?
e-Visa
Yes. Malta passport holders need a visa for Iraq, available online as an e-visa before travel.
An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.
Source: mofa.gov.iq (checked September 4, 2026).
Travelling the other way? Iraq passport holders visiting Malta: Visa required.
Iraq drives on the right, the opposite side to Malta. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.
Visa-free alternatives near Iraq
Malta passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:
Other visa-free destinations for Malta passport holders
Frequently asked questions
Do Malta passport holders need a visa for Iraq?
Yes. Malta passport holders need a visa for Iraq, available online as an e-visa before travel.
How far is Iraq from Malta?
About 2,738 km in a straight line, roughly ~3h 43m nonstop by air.
What currency is used in Iraq?
Iraqi dinar (IQD).
What is the emergency number in Iraq?
104 / 115 / 122 / 911.
Does Iraq drive on the same side of the road as Malta?
Iraq drives on the right, the opposite side to Malta. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.
What time zone is Iraq in?
Baghdad (UTC+3).
What is the nearest airport to Baghdad?
Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW), about 17 km away.
How many countries can enter Iraq without a visa?
8 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Iraq visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.
What nearby countries can Malta passport holders visit without a visa instead of Iraq?
Kuwait, Iran, Syria, Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon.
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.