United Arab EmiratesIraq: Visa on arrival

United Arab EmiratesIraq

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Iraq?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. United Arab Emirates passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Iraq, typically valid for 2 months.

A visa is issued at the border on arrival, usually for a fee, with no advance application.

Source: en.wikipedia.org (checked September 11, 2026).

RequirementVisa on arrival

Maximum stay2 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance1,381 km, straight line (~2h 7m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Iraq8 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Iraq passport holders visiting United Arab Emirates: Visa required.

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Frequently asked questions

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Iraq?

A visa is not required in advance. United Arab Emirates passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Iraq, typically valid for 2 months.

How long can United Arab Emirates citizens stay in Iraq without a visa?

Up to 2 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Iraq from United Arab Emirates?

About 1,381 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 7m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Iraq?

Iraqi dinar (IQD).

What is the emergency number in Iraq?

104 / 115 / 122 / 911.

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.

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 United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), also known simply as the Emirates, is a country in West Asia, situated at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a federal semi-constitutional monarchy made up of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi serving as its national capital. The UAE borders Oman to the east and northeast, and Saudi Arabia to the south and southwest. It shares maritime borders with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Iran in the Persian Gulf, and with Oman in the Gulf of Oman. In 2024, the UAE had an estimated population of over 11 million. Dubai is the country's largest city. Islam is the state religion. Arabic is the official language while English remains the most spoken language and the language of business.

CapitalAbu Dhabi

RegionWestern Asia

Population11.5M

Area83,600 km²

CurrencyUnited Arab Emirates dirham (1 USD ≈ 3.67 AED)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+971

Drives on theright

TimezoneDubai (UTC+4)

Nearest airportZayed International Airport (AUH), 28 km

Emergency number112 / 997 / 998 / 999

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$50,274 (2024)

Tourist arrivals8.1M (2020)

Climate in Abu Dhabi

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

Monthly climate normals for Abu Dhabi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.8°C	16.8°C	69mm	297h
February	24.2°C	17.5°C	3mm	298h
March	27.7°C	19.8°C	7mm	317h
April	34°C	24.4°C	3mm	303h
May	36.6°C	27.5°C	0mm	374h
June	37.8°C	30.4°C	0mm	370h
July	40.9°C	32.3°C	0mm	351h
August	38.9°C	32.6°C	0mm	336h
September	39.2°C	28.9°C	0mm	337h
October	34.1°C	26.4°C	0mm	337h
November	30°C	23.1°C	0mm	300h
December	25.4°C	19.7°C	0mm	308h

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

The United Arab Emirates or simply the Emirates is a country rich in history and culture at the entrance to the Persian Gulf. Boasting attractions ranging from the glittering and cosmopolitan cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, to the vast and unforgiving desert landscapes of the Empty Quarter, it makes an easy starting point for travels in the Middle East.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cultural Sites of Al Ain (Hafit, Hili, Bidaa Bint Saud and Oases Areas)
Jabal Al Fayah
Wadi Wurayah

Full source list on About.

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

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