🇭🇰 Hong Kong visa requirements for Iraqi citizens
Iraqi citizens need an e-visa for Hong Kong, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Entry rules for Iraq passport holders
Before traveling to Hong Kong, Iraqi citizens must apply for an electronic visa through the official Hong Kong government portal. Processing usually takes from a few hours to a few business days, so apply well before your flight. Print a copy of the approval to show at check-in and on arrival.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Hong Kong immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Iraqi passport ranks #197 worldwide, opening 31 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (8 visa-free, 21 with a visa on arrival and 2 with an eTA). Hong Kong is not among them — it is one of the 119 destinations that still require an embassy visa or an application before departure.
The arrangement is reciprocal: Hong Kong citizens traveling to Iraq face the same requirement (e-visa).
Across Eastern Asia as a whole, 1 of 8 destinations are open to Iraqi travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
About Hong Kong
- Capital
- City of Victoria
- Region
- Eastern Asia
- Currency
- Hong Kong dollar ($)
- Languages
- English, Chinese
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Frequently asked questions
Do Iraqi citizens need a visa for Hong Kong?
Iraqi citizens need an e-visa for Hong Kong, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Can Iraqi citizens apply online for entry to Hong Kong?
Yes. Hong Kong offers an online e-visa for Iraq passport holders. Apply through the official government portal before your trip.
What currency is used in Hong Kong?
The currency in Hong Kong is the Hong Kong dollar ($). The capital city is City of Victoria.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: e-Visa for Iraqi citizens traveling to Hong Kong. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the Hong Kong embassy or immigration authority before booking.
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.