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United Kingdom Embassy and Consulates in Iraq

1 Diplomatic Missions 1 Cities

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 (Open in 1 hours 14 minutes)

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
Purim Tuesday, March 03 0 minutes
Rebellion Anniversary Thursday, March 05 1 day, 12 hours
Laylatul Qadr (Night of Power) Sunday, March 15 1 week, 4 days
St Patrick's Day Tuesday, March 17 1 week, 6 days
March Equinox Friday, March 20 2 weeks, 2 days
Eid al-Fitr holiday Saturday, March 21 2 weeks, 3 days
Eid al-Fitr holiday Sunday, March 22 2 weeks, 4 days

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:

  • Purim (GB) Tue, Mar 03, 2026 (0 minutes)

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Time in United Kingdom vs Iraq

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

Baghdad, Iraq 07:46AMTuesday, March 03, 2026
London, United Kingdom 04:46AMTuesday, March 03, 2026