Filipino citizens moving to Republic of Iraq
Filipino nationals typically move to Republic of Iraq through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Republic of Iraq, Ministry of Interior eVisa Portal, so check each route below for its primary source.
We cover 6 Iraq routes — 5 can be started without a job offer, and
Tourist entry
Tourist-entry rules for Filipino nationals are set by Republic of Iraq, Ministry of Interior eVisa Portal and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
Treaty & bilateral memberships
No nationality-specific treaty routes apply.
Consular processing: a Republic of Iraq consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence
What this means for Filipino citizens
Of the 6 Republic of Iraq routes we cover, 5 can be started without an employer sponsor and 0 have confirmed permanent residence mapping. Language-test requirements vary by route — check each route below for the requirement set out in its official source.
All Republic of Iraq routes open to Filipino applicants
General routes available to all nationalities. Click any to read the full guide.
Tourist eVisa
Online Iraq tourist eVisa route through the Ministry of Interior eVisa portal, currently presented as a tourism-only electronic application flow.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Visit or Tourism Consular Visa
Consular visit and tourism visa framework for Iraq, including tourism, religious visits and authorised business or investor visits.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Normal Visa
MOFA normal visa category allowing one entry within three months and residence in Iraq for up to three months, with arrival reporting to the Directorate of Residence.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Transit and Non-Stop Transit Visa
Iraq transit framework for short stopovers and supervised non-stop transit through Iraqi territory.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Multi-Entry Visa
Iraq multi-entry visa category for repeated travel, granted for three months, six months or one year after legal conditions are met.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Work-Permit-Linked Visa or Residence Permit
Cautious employer-linked route note for foreign workers, because MOFA says worker visas and residence permits generally require a Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs work permit first.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Frequently asked questions
Can Filipino citizens enter Republic of Iraq without a visa?+
Tourist-entry rules for Filipino nationals are set by Republic of Iraq, Ministry of Interior eVisa Portal and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
Which Republic of Iraq visa routes are best suited to Filipino applicants?+
Filipino nationals typically move to Republic of Iraq through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Republic of Iraq, Ministry of Interior eVisa Portal, so check each route below for its primary source.
Where do Filipino applicants typically apply for a Republic of Iraq visa?+
Applications are typically processed at a Republic of Iraq consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence. Some digital and in-country applications can be filed directly with Republic of Iraq's immigration authority without a consular visit.
Do Filipino citizens need a job offer to move to Republic of Iraq?+
Not necessarily. 5 of the 6 Republic of Iraq routes we cover can be started without an employer sponsor, while the rest need a sponsoring employer or job offer. If you do not have an offer yet, the no-sponsor routes are the place to start.
Can Filipino citizens get permanent residence in Republic of Iraq?+
Most Republic of Iraq routes we cover are temporary rather than direct settlement routes. You may still be able to switch to a settlement route later — check each route's detail.