France passport → Iraq
Do French citizens need a visa for Iraq?
eVisa (apply online)
French passport holders need an eVisa for Iraq. You apply and pay online before you travel.
What this means for your trip
- Apply on the official government portal and keep a printed copy of the approval.
- Processing usually takes a few working days; apply at least two weeks ahead.
- Check that the eVisa type matches your purpose of travel.
Iraq at a glance
- Capital
- Baghdad
- Currency
- Iraqi dinar (IQD)
- Languages
- Arabic, Aramaic, Sorani
- Calling code
- +964
- Region
- Western Asia
Iraq for other passports
- FranceeVisa
IndiaeVisa
United StateseVisa
United KingdomeVisa
United Arab EmirateseVisa
ChinaeVisa
SingaporeeVisa
PakistaneVisa
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaeVisa
NepaleVisa
NigeriaeVisa
PhilippineseVisa
Nearby in Western Asia for French passport holders
Common questions
Do French citizens need a visa for Iraq?
French passport holders need an eVisa for Iraq. You apply and pay online before you travel.
How long can French citizens stay in Iraq?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can French citizens get a visa on arrival in Iraq?
Not under the standard rules.
How many countries can French citizens visit without a visa?
157 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The France passport ranks #7 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for French citizens (edited 1 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Iraq before you travel.