South African visa for Iraqi citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Iraqi passport holders visiting South Africa for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Iraqi citizens to enter South Africa for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | South Africa e-visa for Iraqi citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | South Africa visa on arrival for Iraqi citizens | Not Available | |
South Africa tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Iraqi passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in South Africa.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from South Africa.
If you are looking for South Africa visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Iraq, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of South Africa nearest your place of residence.
- Kuwait City: The Embassy of in Kuwait City, ~ 605.23 kilometers (376.07 mi) away from Baghdad, Iraq. (Working hours: Close now).
- Damascus: The Embassy of in Damascus, ~ 690.81 kilometers (429.25 mi) away from Baghdad, Iraq. (Working hours: Close now).
South Africa visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest South Africa diplomatic mission offices to Iraq for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Iraq traveling to South Africa from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Iraq) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 576 | N/A |
| 2009 | 421 | -26.91% |
| 2010 | 484 | 14.96% |
| 2011 | 500 | 3.31% |
| 2012 | 551 | 10.20% |
| 2013 | 572 | 3.81% |
| 2014 | 573 | 0.17% |
| 2015 | 534 | -6.81% |
| 2016 | 603 | 12.92% |
| 2017 | 617 | 2.32% |
| 2018 | 628 | 1.78% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
South Africa & Iraq comparison
South Africa's area is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi), while the area of Iraq is approximately 434,320 km2 (167,691 sq mi). This means Iraq is 2.79 times smaller than South Africa.
As of April 2024, South Africa's population is ~62.3 million people - 18,390,154 more people than the population of Iraq.
We have highlighted South Africa & Iraq’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| South Africa | Iraq | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 62,345,294 | 43,955,140 | 18.4 million more people live in South Africa than Iraq |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 124 | 87 | South Africa has 37 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Iraq. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 67 | 7 | South Africa passport holders can visit 60 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 197 | 51 | South African hosts 146 more foreign missions than Iraq. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Iraq travel to South Africa in one year?
The number of visitors from Iraq visiting South Africa in 2018 was approximately 628.
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