Embassy of Japan in Baghdad
Today · Closed- Phone
- +870-772-582-564
- Website
- iraq.emb-japan.go.jp
Japan
Iraq
Japanese Embassy & Consulates in Iraq
- 1 embassy
- 1 consulate
In Iraq, Japan has an embassy in Baghdad and a consulate in Erbil. Japan requires Iraqi citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Map: Japan’s 2 missions in Iraq
Map: Japan’s 2 missions in Iraq
Japanese Embassy in Baghdad
In Baghdad, the Japanese embassy represents Japan towards Iraq. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Japanese consulates in Iraq
Japan also has a consulate in Erbil; consulates handle passports, civil registration and, for many countries, visa applications for their district.
Japan visa for Iraqi citizens
IraqJapan Visa required Japan visa for citizens of Iraq
JapanIraq e-Visa Iraq visa for citizens of Japan
Japan visa requirements for citizens of Iraq
- Short-term stay visa (tourism)
- Short-term stay visa (business)
- Short-term stay visa (visiting relatives or friends)
- JAPAN eVISA (single-entry tourism)
- Fee: JP¥15,000
- 16 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Iraqi citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Japan. In Iraq, applications go to the Japanese embassy in Baghdad or the consulate in Erbil, or to a visa centre working for Japan.
Iraq’s missions in Japan
In return, Iraq has an embassy in Japan, in Tokyo.
Good to know
Japan in Iraq
Worldwide, Japan has 248 missions in 146 countries; 2 of them are in Iraq.
Travel to Iraq for Japanese citizens
Japanese citizens need a visa for Iraq, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa. In Iraq, Japanese citizens can turn to the Japanese embassy for passports and emergency help.
When Japanese missions in Iraq are closed
Japanese 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 Japan, such as Labour Thanksgiving Day on Monday 23 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Japanese embassy in Iraq?
The Japanese embassy is in Baghdad.
Does Japan have consulates in Iraq?
Yes, Japan has a consulate in Erbil.
Do Iraqi citizens need a visa for Japan?
Japan requires Iraqi citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Iraq?
Japanese citizens need a visa for Iraq, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.
Does Iraq have an embassy in Japan?
Yes, Iraq has its embassy in Tokyo.