Egyptian visa for Iraqi citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Iraqi passport holders visiting Egypt for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Iraqi citizens to enter Egypt for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Egypt e-visa for Iraqi citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Egypt visa on arrival for Iraqi citizens | Not Available | |
Egypt tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Iraqi passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Egypt.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Egypt.
If you are looking for Egypt visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Iraq, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Egypt nearest your place of residence.
- Baghdad: The Embassy of Egypt in Baghdad, Iraq (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
- Erbil: The Consulate General of Egypt in Erbil, Iraq (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
Egypt visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Egypt diplomatic mission offices to Iraq for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Iraq traveling to Egypt from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Iraq) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 738 | N/A |
| 2009 | 715 | -3.12% |
| 2010 | 843 | 17.90% |
| 2011 | 570 | -32.38% |
| 2012 | 672 | 17.89% |
| 2013 | 550 | -18.15% |
| 2014 | 578 | 5.09% |
| 2015 | 548 | -5.19% |
| 2016 | 315 | -42.52% |
| 2017 | 489 | 55.24% |
| 2018 | 672 | 37.42% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Egypt & Iraq comparison
Egypt's area is approximately 1,002,450 km2 (387,047 sq mi), while the area of Iraq is approximately 434,320 km2 (167,691 sq mi). This means Iraq is 2.31 times smaller than Egypt.
As of May 2024, Egypt's population is ~110.3 million people - 66,320,413 more people than the population of Iraq.
We have highlighted Egypt & Iraq’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Egypt | Iraq | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 110,275,553 | 43,955,140 | 66.3 million more people live in Egypt than Iraq |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 131 | 87 | Egypt has 44 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Iraq. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 16 | 7 | Egypt passport holders can visit 9 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 159 | 51 | Egyptian hosts 108 more foreign missions than Iraq. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Iraq travel to Egypt in one year?
The number of visitors from Iraq visiting Egypt in 2018 was approximately 672.
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