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United Kingdom Embassy and Consulates in Iraq

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United Kingdom Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq

United Kingdom Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq
British Embassy Baghdad International Zone Baghdad Iraq
Phone: +44(0)1908 516666 Working hours: Close now

Holidays to be Observed in 2026

The Embassies and Consulates of United Kingdom may close on the following Iraqi and British holidays in 2026:

Holiday
Holiday Date Counting down
Burns Night Sunday, January 25 2 days, 23 hours
Tu B'Shevat (Arbor Day) Monday, February 02 1 week, 3 days
Valentine's Day Saturday, February 14 3 weeks, 1 day
Chinese New Year Tuesday, February 17 3 weeks, 4 days
Carnival / Ash Wednesday Wednesday, February 18 3 weeks, 5 days
St. David's Day Sunday, March 01 1 month
Purim Tuesday, March 03 1 month, 1 week
Rebellion Anniversary Thursday, March 05 1 month, 1 week
Mothering Sunday Sunday, March 15 1 month, 2 weeks

Frequently asked questions, answered

1. How many British Embassies/Consulates are there in Iraq?

United Kingdom currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Iraq including and Baghdad.

2 - Do Iraqi citizens need a visa for United Kingdom?

Iraqi citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into United Kingdom. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of United Kingdom in Iraq for further instructions.

3- What is the Holiday Calendar of British embassies in Iraq?

The British representative offices in Iraq will be closed in observance of the following Iraqi and British holidays in 2026/2024:

  • Burns Night (GB) Sun, Jan 25, 2026 (3 days, 3 hours)

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Time in United Kingdom vs Iraq

London, United Kingdom time is 3:00 hours behind Baghdad, Iraq

Baghdad, Iraq 20:21PMWednesday, January 21, 2026
London, United Kingdom 17:21PMWednesday, January 21, 2026