Iraqi Kurdistan visa for Nigerians

Not confirmed

The entry route for this passport is unconfirmed; check with the official authority before booking.

This page uses the general rule for this destination; nationality-specific research is scheduled.

Nigeria · Ordinary passport · Short visit · Product not specified · Confirmation needed

Recorded fee: Not confirmed
Stay allowance: Not confirmed
Processing: Not confirmed
Visa usage window: Not confirmed

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Full Iraqi Kurdistan visa guide

Reviewed 6 October 202620 sources · Not yet reviewedKurdistan Regional Government Sources and verification

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Who this applies to, and exceptions

This entry route is not confirmed. Confirm the requirements before booking.

Sources for this rule

1.
Kurdistan Regional Government (opens in a new tab)
service.gov.krd · Government
Recorded check: 2026-10-07

Why we say this (5)

“Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia, Uganda, or Yemen, KRG is unable to issue a visa at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience.”
Quoted from KRG Representation in the United States · Destination government · checked 6 Oct 2026
“KRG is unable to issue a visa at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience.”
Quoted from KRG Representation in the United States · Destination government · checked 6 Oct 2026
“If the foreigner's passport or travel document indicates that the place of birth is in Iraq, he/she does not need to obtain a visa, and will be allowed free of charge .”
Quoted from Kurdistan Regional Government · Destination government · checked 7 Oct 2026
“Nationals of Nigeria can only enter Iraq if they arrive at Baghdad (BGW), Basra (BSR), Mosul (OSM) or Najaf (NJF).”
Quoted from Emirates / Timatic · Airline data (Timatic) · checked 6 Oct 2026
“If they work on behalf of United Nations organizations they can enter the country if they have a visa issued by the Ministry of Interior of the Kurdistan Government.”
Quoted from Emirates / Timatic · Airline data (Timatic) · checked 6 Oct 2026

History of this rule(1)

This passport follows the general rule for this destination; its history is shown.

6 October 2026eVisa (apply online)Prior approval neededChecked against official sources

How to apply, step by step

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Confirm the route with the official authority
The entry route for this passport is unconfirmed; check with the official authority before booking.

Kurdistan Regional Government · Recorded check 2026-10-07

Before you travel

Health notices

The government page requires a negative PCR test within 72 hours before entry for arrivals from China, effective 2023-01-15. A later representation letter says general testing ended. Confirm the applicable requirement before departure. Sources differ; confirm with the embassy or your airline.

Check again before travel; we will review this on 6 November 2026.

KRG Representation in the United States · Recorded check 2026-10-06

More sources (1)

Kurdistan Regional Government · 2026-10-06

Documents to prepare

Documents whose scope matches the base route. Review the additional conditions below.

A passport with at least 6 months remaining on arrival and one blank page.
Kurdistan Regional Government · Recorded check 2026-10-07
More sources (1)
KRG Representation in the United States · 2026-10-06
Travel medical insurance with medical care, evacuation and repatriation cover.
KRG Representation in Spain · Recorded check 2026-10-06
Keep digital and paper copies of the passport, visa, tickets and insurance.
KRG Representation in Spain · Recorded check 2026-10-06

Requirements by application location and circumstance

These are conditional requirements, not a checklist for everyone. Choosing a city does not establish the mission’s jurisdiction over your residence.

Confirm whether the condition applies
A clear colour JPEG of the first passport page, at least 800×600 pixels, 10 kB–5 MB, landscape orientation.
Kurdistan Regional Government · Recorded check 2026-10-06
Confirm whether the condition applies
A colour JPEG portrait, at least 400×600 pixels, 10 kB–5 MB, with the face occupying 70–80%.
Kurdistan Regional Government · Recorded check 2026-10-06
Confirm whether the condition applies
A local guarantor code and payment. · Required for the guarantor route.
Kurdistan Regional Government · Recorded check 2026-10-07
More sources (1)
Kurdistan Regional Government · 2026-10-06
Confirm whether the condition applies
An existing paper photo must be 51×51 mm and scanned at 300 pixels per inch. · Only when scanning an existing photograph. The uploaded digital portrait must also satisfy the digital specifications.
Kurdistan Regional Government · Recorded check 2026-10-06

How much the Iraqi Kurdistan visa costs for Nigerians

Government fee: Not itemised in the fee record
Insurance within the application fee: Not itemised in the fee record
Service and verification: Not itemised in the fee record
Recorded amount for this route: Not confirmed
Total of itemised fees: Not confirmed

The total covers the itemised components only. An unlisted charge is not treated as free.

Sources: [1]

Stay, validity and entries

Kurdistan Regional Government · Recorded check 2026-10-07

Stay per entry: Not confirmed
Visa usage window: Not confirmed
Limit over a period: Not confirmed
Entries: Not confirmed
Extension in country: Not confirmed

Entry and health rules

These facts are scoped to this route. Requirements with unconfirmed scope remain in the destination reference and are not a personal checklist. Full entry reference

Yellow fever vaccination: Not required
NaTHNaC currently lists no International Health Regulations certificate requirement for Iraq; a separate current regional certificate rule was not found.
NaTHNaC / TravelHealthPro · Recorded check 2026-10-06
Children:
A foreign minor must travel with a parent or legal representative, or arrive to join a parent, representative or receiving organisation.
Kurdistan Regional Government · Recorded check 2026-10-06

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Payment, transit and practical tips

Emergency numbers: Police 066104 (Erbil) · Ambulance 122 (Erbil)
eSIM availability: Asiacell offers eSIM through its main shops for compatible devices. Confirm visitor ID requirements, availability and fees with the operator.
Cash declaration: UK guidance for Iraq requires declaration of more than USD 10000 or equivalent, and local cash above IQD 200000. Regional implementation should be confirmed with the entry airport.
Overstaying: The extension service states IQD 20000 per late day. Apply before expiry. Up to 2 approved extensions of 30 days each are retained because official pages differ.
Leaving the country: Leave with a valid passport and a document proving the authorised stay. Arrange any extension before the permitted period ends.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Iraqi Kurdistan visa for Nigerians?

Not confirmed. See the fee breakdown and its components below.

How long can Nigerians stay in Iraqi Kurdistan?

Not confirmed

What documents do I need for the Iraqi Kurdistan visa?

A passport with at least 6 months remaining on arrival and one blank page.; Travel medical insurance with medical care, evacuation and repatriation cover.; Keep digital and paper copies of the passport, visa, tickets and insurance..