🇮🇶 Iraq visa requirements for Kenyan citizens
Kenyan citizens need an e-visa for Iraq, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Entry rules for Kenya passport holders
Before traveling to Iraq, Kenyan citizens must apply for an electronic visa through the official Iraq 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 Iraq immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Kenyan passport ranks #126 worldwide, opening 70 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (39 visa-free, 29 with a visa on arrival and 2 with an eTA). Iraq is not among them — it is one of the 95 destinations that still require an embassy visa or an application before departure.
The reverse trip is easier: Iraqi citizens can enter Kenya eta required.
Across Western Asia as a whole, 1 of 17 destinations are open to Kenyan travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
About Iraq
- Capital
- Baghdad
- Region
- Western Asia
- Currency
- Iraqi dinar (ع.د)
- Languages
- Arabic, Aramaic, Sorani
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Frequently asked questions
Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Iraq?
Kenyan citizens need an e-visa for Iraq, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Can Kenyan citizens apply online for entry to Iraq?
Yes. Iraq offers an online e-visa for Kenya passport holders. Apply through the official government portal before your trip.
What currency is used in Iraq?
The currency in Iraq is the Iraqi dinar (ع.د). The capital city is Baghdad.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: e-Visa for Kenyan citizens traveling to Iraq. 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 Iraq embassy or immigration authority before booking.
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.