Vietnam visa for Iraqi Citizens 2026: Guide, Fees & Requirements

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Vietnam visa for Iraqi citizens is mandatory for all travel purposes. Iraqi passport holders can apply for a 90-day single or multiple-entry Vietnam e-Visa online, which is the fastest and most recommended option for entry by air, land, or sea.

The application is submitted through the official government portal and processed electronically. Basic requirements include a passport valid for at least 6 months with two blank pages. For business or special cases, a visa via a Vietnamese embassy or consular channel may also be arranged.

How to Obtain a Vietnam Visa for Iraqi Nationals

Under Law No. 23/2023/QH15 ^[1] , Iraq is not included in Vietnam’s unilateral visa-exemption list. A visa is therefore required in all cases.

From our practical experience, Iraqi nationals are treated as high-compliance applicants, meaning documentation accuracy and background consistency are critical.

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Vietnam Visa Requirements for Iraq Passport Holders

To be granted entry, Iraqi travelers must satisfy both visa conditions and border-entry conditions.

Mandatory Entry Conditions

• Iraqi passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival date
• Minimum 2 blank visa pages
• Visa issued with matching entry port
• Clear travel purpose (tourism or business)

Based on our advisory experience entry ports cannot be changed after visa issuance. Any mismatch leads to airline denial or border refusal.

Vietnam Visa Application Options for Iraqi Citizens

According to the latest 2025 regulations in Law No. 23/2023/QH15, Iraqi citizens have three lawful pathways:

1. Vietnam E-Visa (90 days)
2. Embassy / Diplomatic mission visa
3. Sponsored business visa (company invitation)

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Vietnam E-Visa for Iraqi Passport Holders

Vietnam now issues electronic visas to citizens of all countries, including Iraq.

Key Legal Characteristics

Official portal: https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/

How Iraqi Citizens Apply for Vietnam E-Visa

Iraqi nationals may apply:

• Directly via government portal, or
• Through a licensed visa agency for compliance assurance

From our experience, self-applications from Baghdad or Erbil often fail due to:

• Incorrect entry checkpoint selection
• Inconsistent travel history declarations
• Technical submission errors

Standard E-Visa Application Process

Step 1 – Prepare Documents

• Passport bio page (scan)
• White-background portrait photo
• Entry port selection
• Travel dates

Step 2 – Submit Online Application

• Upload documents
• Pay statutory fee
• Receive confirmation email

Step 3 – Receive & Print E-Visa

• Processing: 3–7 working days (official)
• Print and carry for boarding and immigration

  For step-by-step instructions, read our detailed guides to Vietnam e-visa

E-Visa Fees

Service fees may apply when using a professional visa agency.

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Vietnam Tourist and Business Visa for Iraqis

Vietnam Tourist Visa for Iraqi Citizens

The 90-day e-visa is the only lawful tourist option currently available.

• No extension inside Vietnam without conversion
• Entry only via registered ports
• Purpose strictly monitored

  Based on our 20+ years of experience, applicants with unclear travel itineraries face the highest refusal risk. For step-by-step instructions, read our detailed guides to How to Apply for a Vietnam Tourist Visa

Vietnam Business Visa for Iraqi Nationals

Business travel requires Vietnam-based sponsorship.

Legal Basis

Issued under authorization of the Vietnam Immigration Department

Business Visa Procedure (Two-Step)

Step 1 – Obtain Visa Approval Letter

Vietnam sponsor submits:

• Form NA2 (online)
• Form NA16
• Business registration certificate
• Invitation letter
• Entry permit request

Processing time: 5–7 working days

Step 2 – Visa Stamping

• Visa issued at Vietnamese diplomatic mission
• Or pre-approved electronic issuance

Without a valid sponsor, business visas are impossible. For step-by-step instructions, read our detailed guides to Vietnam Business Visa (DN1, DN2) 

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Diplomatic Mission & Consular Services for Iraqi Applicants

Vietnam has no embassy in Iraq.

Iraqi applicants typically apply via:

• Vietnamese diplomatic missions in neighboring regions
• Authorized visa agencies
• Overseas consular services

This is why professional coordination is essential, especially for applicants residing in Baghdad or Erbil.

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Temporary Residence Declaration After Arrival

Vietnamese law requires all foreign visitors to register temporary residence within 24 hours.

• Hotels handle registration automatically
• Private stays must be declared at local police

Failure may result in fines or future visa issues.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)