Iraq to Turkey: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇮🇶 Iraq → 🇹🇷 Turkey
Visa Required

A visa is required. Contact the embassy for current fees and processing times.

Iraq citizens must obtain a visa before entering Turkey. Apply in advance at the Turkey embassy or consulate in Iraq. Processing times vary — allow 2–4 weeks for the Turkey embassy application. Both countries have a comparable cost of living (index ~33, NYC=100).

Iraq Passport Strength

8 Visa-free
18 Visa on arrival
60 e-Visa
113 Visa required

Entry Details — Turkey

Entry type
Visa Required
A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.
Maximum stay
Stated on visa
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Turkey
32.6
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Turkey
40%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$815/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Asia Destinations — Iraq Passport

🇦🇲Armeniae-Visa 🇦🇿AzerbaijanVisa Required 🇧🇭Bahraine-Visa 🇧🇩BangladeshVisa Required 🇧🇹Bhutane-Visa 🇧🇳BruneiVisa Required 🇰🇭CambodiaVisa on Arrival 🇨🇳ChinaVisa Required

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Turkey is approximately 5% cheaper than Iraq (index 33 vs 38, NYC=100). This makes it attractive for expats and digital nomads seeking value.
Turkey cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Turkey — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Iraq citizens need a visa to visit Turkey?+

Iraq passport holders currently have Visa Required access to Turkey. A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.

How long can Iraq passport holders stay in Turkey?+

The maximum stay is determined by the visa category granted at the Turkey embassy. Single-entry visas typically allow 30–90 days; multi-entry visas vary.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Turkey?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in Turkey?+

The cost of living index for Turkey is 32.6 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Turkey.

What documents are required for Iraq citizens to enter Turkey?+

A valid Iraq passport is the minimum requirement. A visa must be obtained from a consulate or embassy before travel.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.