Irak: qué saber antes del viaje
Lo esencial
- Check current official warnings for all parts of Iraq; conflict and kidnapping risks remain severe.
- Federal Iraq and the Kurdistan Region have different visa procedures; a KRI visa is not a federal entry permit.
- Controlled medicines and cannabis/CBD can lead to detention; obtain specific approval before carrying restricted products.
Entrada y visados
British visitors need a visa. For federal Iraq, FCDO says visas on arrival are no longer available: apply through the government eVisa portal at least 24 hours before travel. It reports USD 160 and 60-day validity; confirm the issued terms. KRI has a separate eVisa/arrival-visa process valid only within that region. Do not extrapolate British-passport conditions to other nationalities.
Formularios y permisos en línea
- Federal Iraq eVisa ↗ obligatorio
At least 24 hours before departure; obtain approval before travel · Tasa: FCDO reports USD 160; confirm current charge · British visitors to federal Iraq; other nationalities must check their category - Kurdistan Region visa ↗ opcional
Before travel if using the KRI eVisa route · Travellers entering the Kurdistan Region; not valid for federal Iraq
Validez del pasaporte: British passports: at least six months from arrival and one blank page.
En la frontera pueden pedir
- Carry return or onward travel evidence and the correct regional visa documents.
Aduana
- Do not export antiquities or archaeological finds.
- Check controlled-medicine requirements; cannabis and CBD imports are prohibited.
Revisado el 30 de octubre de 2026 · Fuentes: gov.uk ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗, travel.state.gov ↗
Dinero
Se usa sobre todo efectivo. Las tarjetas se aceptan poco.
Apple Pay — sin datos · Google Pay — sin datos
- The economy is mainly cash-based; international-card ATMs can be difficult to find.
- Some shops accept US dollars. Confirm the price and currency before paying.
Revisado el 30 de octubre de 2026 · Fuentes: travel.gc.ca ↗, spain.gov.krd ↗
Normas y prohibiciones
Prohibido
- Illegal drugs, including cannabis and CBD imports.
- Exporting antiquities or archaeological finds without the required lawful authority.
Leyes que los viajeros incumplen sin saberlo
- Carry identification and required visa/registration evidence.
- Check restricted-medicine permissions before travel.
Revisado el 30 de octubre de 2026 · Fuentes: travel.state.gov ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗
Cultura y ropa
Religión: Islamic religious observance is part of local culture; traditions vary between communities.
Ropa: Dress conservatively, especially at religious sites; ask local hosts about specific requirements.
Etiqueta
- Respect Ramadan observance and check opening hours.
- Take particular care around large religious gatherings.
Revisado el 30 de octubre de 2026 · Fuentes: gov.uk ↗, gov.uk ↗, auswaertiges-amt.de ↗
Clima
Most lowlands have a hot desert climate, while the mountainous northeast is cooler with snowy winters. Much rain falls December-April; summer heat and dust can be extreme. Check the exact route and forecast.
Mes a mes
- enero: Jan: Winter; rain and mountain snow
- febrero: Feb: Winter; rain and mountain snow
- marzo: Mar: Spring; rainfall possible
- abril: Apr: Spring; rainy period can continue
- mayo: May: Summer heat develops
- junio: Jun: Very hot lowlands; cooler mountains
- julio: Jul: Extreme lowland summer heat
- agosto: Aug: Extreme lowland summer heat
- septiembre: Sep: Heat can persist
- octubre: Oct: Autumn transition
- noviembre: Nov: Cooler; check local forecast
- diciembre: Dec: Winter; rain and mountain snow
Mejor temporada: Weather is often milder outside peak summer, but official travel warnings take priority.
Revisado el 30 de octubre de 2026 · Fuentes: iea.org ↗, documents1.worldbank.org ↗, spain.gov.krd ↗
Qué llevar
- Correct regional visa and passport copies
- Essential medicines with verified permission
- Drinking-water contingency supplies
- Sun protection and season-appropriate clothing
Qué no llevar / prohibido importar
- Cannabis and CBD
- Antiques or archaeological finds without export permission
- Restricted medicines without approval
Práctico
Enchufes: Types C, D and G; 230V, 50Hz. Confirm the local socket and supply.
Agua: Tap water is unsafe in many areas; use sealed bottled or properly treated water.
Circulación: por la derecha
Salud: Access to medical supplies varies; prepare a plan that accounts for serious security and road risks.
Revisado el 30 de octubre de 2026 · Fuentes: electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk ↗, us.gov.krd ↗, travel.state.gov ↗
Las normas de entrada cambian. Antes del viaje, consulta la web de la embajada o del servicio de inmigración del país.