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Turkey Visa from Iraq 2026 Requirements, Cost & How to Apply via VFS

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RAHAL | HAND IN HAND29 July 2026
Turkey Visa from Iraq 2026 Requirements, Cost & How to Apply via VFS

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✈️ Iraqi passport holders need a Turkey visa before flying — unless you're under 15 or 50+ (those ages are exempt). Apply via VFS Global with biometrics. No eVisa for Iraqi passports. Processing takes 5–15 working days.

👶 Age exemption

💰 Visa types & total cost

Total = Embassy fee + VFS service fee. Both are non-refundable.

📄 What you need

Mandatory:

  • ✅ Iraqi passport (6+ months valid, 2 blank pages)
  • ✅ National ID — original + copy
  • ✅ Proof of residence
  • ✅ 5 biometric photos (50x60mm, white background)
  • ✅ Confirmed hotel & flight bookings
  • ✅ VFS appointment confirmation

Based on your job:

  • Employment letter (private sector / government)
  • Student ID + enrollment letter (students)
  • Tax records or bank statements (self-employed)

Strongly recommended:

  • Bank statements (3–6 months)
  • Property title deed
  • Previous Schengen, UK, or US visas
  • Travel insurance

⚠️ For minors travelling without one or both parents: notarized parental consent letter required.

🚀 How to apply

  1. Check the age exemption — if under 15 or 50+, skip the visa
  2. Book a VFS appointment online (2–3 weeks ahead, longer in summer)
  3. Gather all documents (originals)
  4. Attend your VFS appointment in person — biometrics + payment
  5. Get a receipt with a reference number
  6. Track your application online
  7. Collect your passport when it's ready

🔗 Apply online

📍 VFS Centers in Iraq: Baghdad · Erbil · Mosul · Basra · Duhok

📞 VFS Contact: 0774 193 1919 / 0750 093 1919

⚠️ Watch out for scams

Turkey does not offer an eVisa for Iraqi passport holders. Any site claiming to issue one is a scam. The only legitimate channels are VFS Global Iraq and the official Turkish MFA.

❓ Quick answers

Visa on arrival? No.

eVisa? Not available for Iraqi passports.

Under 15 or over 50? No visa needed.

How long? 5–15 working days (longer in peak season).

Can I work? No — visitor visas only.

Refundable? No — both embassy and VFS fees are non-refundable.

Can I apply for someone else? No — you must attend in person for biometrics.

📌 Last updated: May 2026. Fees and rules may change — always check the official VFS Iraq portal before applying.

Q&A

FAQ

Can I travel to Turkey without a visa?

No, unless you're under 15 or over 50 those age groups are exempt.

How long does Turkey visa processing take?

Usually 5 to 15 working days, longer during peak season (summer).

Can I get a visa on arrival or an eVisa?

No, Turkey doesn't offer visa on arrival or an eVisa for Iraqi passport holders. You must apply through VFS Global.

What are the main required documents?

A valid passport, national ID, proof of residence, biometric photos, confirmed hotel and flight bookings, and a confirmed VFS appointment.

If my visa is rejected, do I get a refund?

No, both the embassy fee and the VFS service fee are non-refundable under any circumstances.

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