Kenyan visa for Iraqi citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Iraqi passport holders visiting Kenya 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 Kenya for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Kenya e-visa for Iraqi citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Kenya visa on arrival for Iraqi citizens | Not Available | |
Kenya tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Iraqi passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Kenya.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Kenya.
If you are looking for Kenya 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 Kenya nearest your place of residence.
- Kuwait City: The Embassy of in Kuwait City, ~ 600.97 kilometers (373.42 mi) away from Baghdad, Iraq. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 49 minutes).
- Tehran: The Embassy of in Tehran, ~ 763.76 kilometers (474.58 mi) away from Baghdad, Iraq. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 49 minutes).
Kenya visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kenya diplomatic mission offices to Iraq for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Iraq traveling to Kenya from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Iraq) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 68 | N/A |
| 2009 | 84 | 23.53% |
| 2010 | 88 | 4.76% |
| 2011 | 105 | 19.32% |
| 2012 | 97 | -7.62% |
| 2013 | 86 | -11.34% |
| 2014 | 76 | -11.63% |
| 2015 | 67 | -11.84% |
| 2016 | 76 | 13.43% |
| 2017 | 82 | 7.89% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Kenya & Iraq comparison
Kenya's area is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi), while the area of Iraq is approximately 434,320 km2 (167,691 sq mi). This means Iraq is 31.04% smaller than Kenya.
As of October 2025, Kenya's population is ~59.9 million people - 15,012,921 more people than the population of Iraq.
We have highlighted Kenya & Iraq’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kenya | Iraq | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 59,901,223 | 44,888,302 | 15.0 million more people live in Kenya than Iraq |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 87 | Kenya has 82 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Iraq. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 7 | Kenya passport holders can visit 36 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 94 | 51 | Kenyan hosts 43 more foreign missions than Iraq. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Iraq travel to Kenya in one year?
The number of visitors from Iraq visiting Kenya in 2017 was approximately 82.
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Useful Information
- Nairobi to Baghdad: 3374.43 km (2096.77 mi)
- Travel time: 7 hours 1 minutes
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