Iraq Passport
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📖About Iraq
The Iraq passport currently offers a visa-free or visa-on-arrival count of 29 destinations, reflecting its standing in global travel mobility. According to the 2026 passport ranking data, Iraq holds the 99th position globally, showing a shift from its 2025 rank of 104 and a significant change from its 2006 rank of 81. With a global score of 52 and an openness score of 28, the passport provides limited access without prior administrative hurdles. Notably, Iraqi citizens do not have visa-free Schengen access, requiring a formal visa application for entry into the European Schengen Area. Travelers holding an Iraqi passport can access several countries through different entry requirements. Visa-free destinations include Malaysia, Iran, and Dominica, while visa-on-arrival options are available in locations such as Lebanon, Madagascar, and the Maldives. Additionally, electronic travel authorizations (eTA) are required for entry into Sri Lanka, Kenya, and the Seychelles. For the majority of global destinations, including the United States, United Kingdom, and most of Europe, a standard visa is required. The historical data indicates that while the number of accessible countries has fluctuated, reaching a peak of 31 in 2024 and 2025, the passport remains within the lower tiers of international rankings.
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📈Historical Ranking Trend
Iraq's passport ranking progression from 2006 to 2026
Historical ranking trend based on available yearly data.
Trend: Declined by 18 positions from 2006 to 2026
Visa Requirements by Country
Complete breakdown of visa requirements for Iraq passport holders
✅ Visa-Free
9 countries
Cook Islands
Dominica
Haiti
Malaysia
Micronesia
Suriname
Zambia
Tunisia
Iran
🛬 Visa on Arrival
17 countries
Madagascar
Burundi
Cambodia
Cape Verde Islands
Comoro Islands
Guinea-Bissau
Lebanon
Macao (SAR China)
Maldives
Mozambique
Palau Islands
Rwanda
Samoa
Timor-Leste
Tuvalu
Djibouti
Niue
🔐 ETA Required
3 countries
Sri Lanka
Kenya
Seychelles
💻 E-Visa
48 countries
Antigua and Barbuda
Azerbaijan
Benin
Colombia
Ethiopia
Gabon
Georgia
Kyrgyzstan
Moldova
Montserrat
Oman
Qatar
Sao Tome and Principe
St. Kitts and Nevis
Tajikistan
Türkiye
United Arab Emirates
Zimbabwe
Uganda
Albania
Egypt
Vietnam
Guinea
Armenia
Botswana
Bahrain
Cameroon
Equatorial Guinea
Togo
Syria
Tanzania
Bahamas
Thailand
Singapore
Indonesia
Bangladesh
Pakistan
Burkina Faso
Mauritania
Congo (Dem. Rep.)
Nigeria
Liberia
Cuba
St. Helena
Somalia
Bhutan
Cote d'Ivoire
South Sudan
❌ Visa Required
149 countries
Afghanistan
Algeria
Andorra
Angola
Anguilla
Argentina
Aruba
Austria
Barbados
Belarus
Belgium
Belize
Bermuda
Bolivia
Bonaire; St. Eustatius and Saba
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Brazil
Brunei
Bulgaria
Canada
Cayman Islands
Central African Republic
Chad
Chile
China
Congo (Rep.)
Costa Rica
Croatia
Curacao
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
El Salvador
Eritrea
Estonia
Falkland Islands
Faroe Islands
Fiji
Finland
France
French Guiana
French Polynesia
French West Indies
The Gambia
Germany
Ghana
Gibraltar
Greece
Greenland
Grenada
Guam
Guatemala
Guyana
Honduras
Hong Kong (SAR China)
Hungary
Iceland
India
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Jordan
Kazakhstan
Kiribati
Kosovo
Kuwait
Laos
Latvia
Libya
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
North Macedonia
Malawi
Mali
Malta
Marshall Islands
Mauritius
Mayotte
Mexico
Monaco
Mongolia
Montenegro
Morocco
Myanmar
Namibia
Nauru
Nepal
Netherlands
New Caledonia
New Zealand
Nicaragua
Niger
North Korea
Northern Mariana Islands
Norway
Palestinian Territory
Panama
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Puerto Rico
Reunion
Romania
Russian Federation
American Samoa
San Marino
Saudi Arabia
Serbia
Sierra Leone
Slovakia
Slovenia
Solomon Islands
South Africa
South Korea
Spain
St. Lucia
St. Maarten
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Sudan
eSwatini
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan (Chinese Taipei)
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Turkmenistan
Turks and Caicos Islands
Ukraine
United Kingdom
United States
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Vatican City
Venezuela
British Virgin Islands
US Virgin Islands
Yemen
Australia
Senegal
Lesotho
Comparison against other countries
Closely related passports based on region, mobility tier, and travel profile.
Syria
Both nations are located in the Middle East and occupy the lower tier of the global mobility index.
Comparison context
Within the Middle East, the Syrian passport shares a similar trajectory in terms of limited visa-free access.Afghanistan
Afghanistan consistently ranks within the same bottom-tier mobility bracket as Iraq.
Comparison context
Iraq's current standing is often compared to Afghan passport due to their comparable positions at the lower end of the global index.Jordan
Jordan shares a significant land border and deep economic ties with Iraq despite having a higher mobility rank.
Comparison context
While Iraq faces more restrictions, neighboring Jordan offers a point of comparison for regional travel freedom and diplomatic relations.Related sources and important links
Trusted references for Iraq passport rules, travel notices, and government information.
❓Frequently asked questions
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