Get a Iraq Visa

Visa Application Requirements for an Iraq Business Visa

1. Passport

   You must provide your actual signed passport, including two color copies of the personal information page of your passport. Your passport must:

   • Be valid for the next six months
   • Have at least one blank visa page (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
   • Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way

   If your passport does not meet these requirements, please contact CIBTvisas at 800-929-2428 for further details.

2. Photograph(s)

   You must provide photographs. Upload your photo and we will print it to the exact specifications required for this visa. Follow https://cibtvisas.com/photo-service to upload your photo.

    

   Alternatively, you may provide two color, passport-type photographs that meets the following strict criteria: be taken within the last three months against an all-white background and printed on high-quality photo paper; be identical; be two inches by two inches; provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression. You may not wear eyeglasses or headwear except for religious purposes. Your photo should not be affixed to your application and the photograph may not display evidence of adhesive tape or staples.

3. Business Cover Letter

   You are required to provide a Business Cover Letter from your U.S.-based company. Be certain your letter meets the specific requirements of the consulate by using our Digital Business Cover Letter. Visit https://cibtvisas.com/bcl-order to get started.

4. Additional Documents

   You will need to provide a copy of DPAS contract or approval from Iraq.

5. Visa Application Form

   You must provide one fully completed copy of the visa application form found in this kit. The application form must:

   • Include answers for all fields
   • Display your full name as it appears in your passport
   • Be signed

6. Letter of Invitation

   You must submit a letter of invitation. The organization or person you will be visiting is responsible for obtaining the invitation from the local Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The letter must:

   • Be written on company letterhead
   • Include the full local address and phone number of the organization or person to be visited
   • Request the same validity of visa as in the Business Introduction Letter
   • Be sent directly from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to the consulate in the U.S.

7. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   You must provide proof of travel arrangements for the duration of your trip. Details of your intended arrangements must:

   • Include a copy of an itinerary or e-ticket that displays your round trip travel and entry and exit dates for your destination
   • Show the traveler's full name (as printed in your passport)

8. Proof of State Residency

   You must provide a copy of your valid driver’s license or a state-issued photo ID. The document must:

   • Display your name as it appears on your passport
   • Display your current residence address as you have provided on your visa application

9. CIBTvisas Order Form

   Provide the CIBTvisas Order Form included in this kit.

10. Proof of U.S. Immigration Status

    You must provide proof of your current U.S. Immigration status. You must include a copy of your U.S. Immigration paperwork or a copy of your Green Card.

11. Urgent Applications

    If you have an urgent visa application that carries a tight deadline, CIBTvisas can help you to save valuable time and avoid expensive delays. A CIBTvisas expert will review all of your documents to certify your application is accurate, complete and ready for submission. We will contact you personally to quickly handle any mistakes ensuring your application is submitted correctly. Visit https://cibtvisas.com/visa-pre-check-service to learn more about this service.