Iraqi visa for Syrian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Syrian passport holders visiting Iraq for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Syrian citizens to enter Iraq for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Iraq e-visa for Syrian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Iraq visa on arrival for Syrian citizens | Not Available | |
Iraq tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Syrian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Iraq.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Iraq.
If you are looking for Iraq visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Syria, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Iraq nearest your place of residence.
- Damascus: The Embassy of Iraq in Damascus, Syria (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 12 minutes)
- Aleppo: The Consulate General of Iraq in Aleppo, Syria (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 12 minutes)
Iraq visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Iraq diplomatic mission offices to Syria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Syria traveling to Iraq from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Syria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 9 | N/A |
| 2009 | 13 | 44.44% |
| 2010 | 15 | 15.38% |
| 2011 | 15 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | 11 | -26.67% |
| 2013 | 9 | -18.18% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Iraq & Syria comparison
Iraq's area is approximately 434,320 km2 (167,691 sq mi), while the area of Syria is approximately 183,630 km2 (70,899 sq mi). This means Syria is 2.37 times smaller than Iraq.
As of October 2025, Iraq's population is ~44.9 million people - 25,182,562 more people than the population of Syria.
We have highlighted Iraq & Syria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Iraq | Syria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 44,888,302 | 19,705,740 | 25.2 million more people live in Iraq than Syria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 87 | 45 | Iraq has 42 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Syria. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 7 | 8 | Iraq passport holders visit 1 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 51 | 71 | Iraqi hosts 20 fewer foreign missions than Syria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Syria travel to Iraq in one year?
The number of visitors from Syria visiting Iraq in 2013 was approximately 9.
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Useful Information
- Baghdad to Damascus: 494.15 km (307.05 mi)
- Travel time: 1 hours 1 minutes
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