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France Embassy and Consulates in Iraq
2 Diplomatic Missions
2 Cities
France Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq
Abu Nawas (Emplacement 102, Rue 55, N°7) Bagdad
Phone: + 964 718 1996 /+ 964 718 1997
Working hours: Close now
France Consulate General in Erbil, Iraq
33 Salaheddin Street Erbil Iraq
Phone: +964 66 222 8000
Working hours: Close now
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of France may close on the following Iraqi and French holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Assumption of Mary | Saturday, August 15 | 3 weeks, 1 day |
| The Prophet's Birthday | Wednesday, August 26 | 1 month |
| September Equinox | Wednesday, September 23 | 1 month, 4 weeks |
| Iraqi Independence Day | Saturday, October 03 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Daylight Saving Time ends | Sunday, October 25 | 3 months |
| All Saints' Day | Sunday, November 01 | 3 months, 1 week |
| Armistice Day | Wednesday, November 11 | 3 months, 2 weeks |
| Anniversary of Victory over ISIS | Thursday, December 10 | 4 months, 2 weeks |
| December Solstice | Monday, December 21 | 4 months, 3 weeks |
| Christmas Eve | Thursday, December 24 | 5 months |
1. How many French Embassies/Consulates are there in Iraq?
France currently maintains 2 diplomatic representative offices in Iraq including Baghdad and Erbil.
2 - Do Iraqi citizens need a visa for France?
Iraqi citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into France. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of France in Iraq for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of French embassies in Iraq?
The French representative offices in Iraq will be closed in observance of the following Iraqi and French holidays in 2026/2024:
- Assumption of Mary (FR) Sat, Aug 15, 2026 (3 weeks, 2 days)
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Time in France vs Iraq
Paris, France time is 1:00 hours behind Baghdad, Iraq
Baghdad, Iraq
23:19PMWednesday, July 22, 2026
Paris, France
22:19PMWednesday, July 22, 2026