Appointment rules depend on the specific Iraqi embassy or consulate and your application category. Do not assume you can walk in without a booking. Check with the consular mission that covers your place of residence before visiting.
Rules vary between diplomatic missions:
- The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington, D.C. accepts filings in person or by registered mail. It sets weekday morning submission hours and notes that no appointments are required for US government diplomatic and official passport applications. It does not publish an appointment requirement for ordinary foreign nationals, but applicants outside its regional jurisdiction must contact their regional consulate.
- The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in London does not process standard in-person tourist visas. It directs foreign passport holders to apply online through the official eVisa portal.
When submitting an embassy application, follow the official form instructions:
- Required documents. You must type the requested information directly into the official application form and print the completed copy. Do not invent field entries if instructions are unclear. Provide your physical passport with at least six months of remaining validity, a color photocopy of the passport page, two identical 2 by 2 inch photographs on a white background, a valid telephone number, and an official letter stating your travel purpose or an invitation from an Iraqi host. Religious visa requests also require a copy of your driver license.
- Supporting documents. Flight reservations and hotel bookings help document your travel dates. They do not replace the required official invitation or purpose letter. Missions advise securing visa approval before buying non-refundable travel.
Checked on 2026-11-03.