Iraq Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements

IraqThis country’s passport is ranked No. 183 globally.Last check:Last update:
Mobility Score41

How Do We Rank It?

passportreports.com's AI-supported ranking model ranks passports by mobility score, a metric that combines visa-free entry, visa on arrival, and electronic travel authorization access. When scores are tied, it first compares the number of visa-free destinations, then destinations accessible with electronic travel authorization, and finally visa-on-arrival destinations. Review the algorithm used in our methodology.

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Passport Mobility Over Time

Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.

Mobility History Table
YearMobility ScoreGlobal Rank
202030175
202134181
202241180
202343182
202446177
202543175
202641183
Population
48,007,437(2026 est.)
Official language
Arabic, Kurdish; regional official languages: Turkmen, Syriac and other local languages where adopted
Government type
Federal parliamentary republic
Continent
Asia
Capital
Baghdad
Currency
Iraqi dinar
Area
437,072 km²
Phone code
+964

Iraq: Other Rankings

Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
142nd out of 199 countries
Within-Language RankingArabic
23rd out of 24 countries
Form-of-Government RankingFederal Parliamentary Republic
8th out of 8 countries
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation RankingOrganisation of Islamic Cooperation Countries
55th out of 57 countries
Arab League RankingArab League Countries
21st out of 22 countries
OPEC RankingOPEC Countries
11th out of 11 countries
OPEC+ RankingOPEC+ Countries
21st out of 21 countries
G77 RankingG77 Countries
130th out of 132 countries

Key Destination Access

USARequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

United KingdomRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

CanadaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

Schengen AreaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

About Iraq

Iraq sits in the heart of the Middle East, bordered by six nations and the Persian Gulf. The Tigris and Euphrates rivers traverse its lands, defining the ancient region of Mesopotamia. Its terrain ranges from vast deserts to fertile river plains and northern mountains. This geography has long shaped its role as a crossroads of civilizations.

Life in Iraq revolves around family, community, and tradition. Busy markets and mosques anchor daily routines in cities like Baghdad and Basra. Traditional music, poetry, and cuisine remain integral to social gatherings. Despite past hardships, Iraqis display resilience and strong cultural pride.

Iraq holds significant geopolitical weight in the Arab world and beyond. It is a founding member of OPEC and an active participant in the Arab League. The country continues to navigate complex regional dynamics and reconstruction efforts. Its strategic location ensures it remains a focus of international attention.