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Japan Embassy and Consulates in Iraq
2 Diplomatic Missions
2 Cities
Japan Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq
Embassy Of Japan, International Zone, Baghdad, Iraq
Phone: +964-(0)770-494-2032
Working hours: Close now (Open in 6 hours 42 minutes)
Japan Consular office in Erbil, Iraq
Erbil Rotana Hotel 8F, Gulan Street, Erbil
Phone: +964-(0)66-210-5555
Working hours: Close now (Open in 6 hours 42 minutes)
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of Japan may close on the following Iraqi and Japanese holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Sea Day | Monday, July 20 | 2 days, 17 hours |
| Hiroshima Memorial Day | Thursday, August 06 | 2 weeks, 5 days |
| Nagasaki Memorial Day | Sunday, August 09 | 3 weeks, 1 day |
| Mountain Day | Tuesday, August 11 | 3 weeks, 3 days |
| The Prophet's Birthday | Wednesday, August 26 | 1 month, 1 week |
| Respect for the Aged Day | Monday, September 21 | 2 months |
| Bridge Public holiday | Tuesday, September 22 | 2 months |
| Autumn Equinox | Wednesday, September 23 | 2 months |
| Iraqi Independence Day | Saturday, October 03 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
| Sports Day | Monday, October 12 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
1. How many Japanese Embassies/Consulates are there in Iraq?
Japan currently maintains 2 diplomatic representative offices in Iraq including Baghdad and Erbil.
2 - Do Iraqi citizens need a visa for Japan?
Iraqi citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into Japan. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of Japan in Iraq for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Japanese embassies in Iraq?
The Japanese representative offices in Iraq will be closed in observance of the following Iraqi and Japanese holidays in 2026/2024:
- Sea Day (JP) Mon, Jul 20, 2026 (2 days, 21 hours)
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Time in Japan vs Iraq
Tokyo, Japan time is 6:00 hours ahead of Baghdad, Iraq
Baghdad, Iraq
02:18AMFriday, July 17, 2026
Tokyo, Japan
08:18AMFriday, July 17, 2026