CanadaIraq

Canadian Embassy & Consulates in Iraq

  • 1 embassy
  • 1 consulate general

In Iraq, Canada has an embassy in Baghdad and a consulate general in Erbil. Iraqi citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Canada.

Map: Canada’s 2 missions in Iraq

Map: Canada’s 2 missions in Iraq

Canadian Embassy in Baghdad

Embassy of Canada in Baghdad

Embassy · Baghdad

Today · Closed

In Baghdad, the Canadian embassy represents Canada towards Iraq. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Canadian consulates in Iraq

Canada also has a consulate general in Erbil; consulates handle passports, civil registration and, for many countries, visa applications for their district.

Canada visa for Iraqi citizens

IraqCanada Visa required Canada visa for citizens of Iraq

CanadaIraq e-Visa Iraq visa for citizens of Canada

Canada visa requirements for citizens of Iraq

  • Visitor visa (temporary resident visa, TRV)
  • Transit visa
  • Study and work permits (brief)
  • Fee: CA$100
  • 4 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Iraqi citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Canada. Applicants in Iraq turn to the Canadian embassy in Baghdad or the consulate in Erbil; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.

Iraq’s missions in Canada

Missions of Iraq in Canada (1)

In return, Iraq has an embassy in Canada, in Ottawa.

Good to know

Canada in Iraq

Worldwide, Canada has 263 missions in 155 countries; 2 of them are in Iraq.

Travel to Iraq for Canadian citizens

Canadian citizens need an e-Visa for Iraq, applied for online before travel. In Iraq, Canadian citizens can turn to the Canadian embassy for passports and emergency help.

When Canadian missions in Iraq are closed

Canadian missions in Iraq close on Iraq’s public holidays, the next being Victory Day on Thursday 10 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of Canada, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Canadian embassy in Iraq?

The Canadian embassy is in Baghdad.

Does Canada have consulates in Iraq?

Yes, Canada has a consulate general in Erbil.

Do Iraqi citizens need a visa for Canada?

Canada requires Iraqi citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Iraq?

Canadian citizens need an e-Visa for Iraq, applied for online before travel.

Does Iraq have an embassy in Canada?

Yes, Iraq has its embassy in Ottawa.