Iraq eVisa for Indians Living in Kuwait (2026): Requirements, Fees & How to Apply
Indian passport holders need a visa for Iraq. Here is the full 2026 picture for Indians living in Kuwait: whether your residence helps, the cost in KWD, documents, timings and how to apply from Kuwait.
VERIFIED · OFFICIAL SOURCE ·Iraq visa at a glance
Is this guide for you?
This page covers short tourist and family visits. Check all four.
Going for work, study or a long stay? Those need a different visa type. See the full Iraq visa guide.
Does living in Kuwait change anything?
The rules above are the official rules for Indian passport holders. Some countries give easier entry to people who hold certain residence permits or visas. Before your application is filed, a Krosz visa expert checks whether your Kuwait residence and Civil ID changes anything for Iraq.
Kuwait City
Shown at checkout
Your Kuwait Civil ID
Total cost for Indians in Kuwait
Government fee: Fee varies by route or application conditions.. KWD at ₹309.40 per KWD (rates of 14 Oct 2026).
How to apply from Kuwait
Everything happens online. You don't leave Kuwait until your trip.
- 1UploadPassport and photo
- 2PayAll-in price, shown upfront
- 3Expert reviewFiled on the official Iraq portal
- 4ApprovedAbout 15 days
- 5Visa to youOn WhatsApp and email
- 6FlyFrom Kuwait, with a printout
When to apply
Apply at least 30 days before your flight. Official timing: 15 days.
Documents checklist
For the application
Keep ready for travel
Mistakes that cause problems
Visa decisions rest with the Iraq authorities. No service can guarantee approval.
Rules during your stay, and getting back
| How long you can stay | Tourist visa permits 30-day stay |
|---|---|
| Visa validity | Tourist visa usable within 60 days of grant |
| Getting back into Kuwait | Under Ministerial Decision 2249 of 2025, residents holding Article 17, 18 or 24 residence permits may not stay outside Kuwait for more than six consecutive months, or the residency is cancelled; domestic workers (Article 20) are limited to four months unless the sponsor files leave through Sahel. (Kuwait Ministry of Interior, checked 15 Oct 2026.) |
Questions Indians in Kuwait ask about Iraq
Do Indians living in Kuwait need a visa for Iraq?
Visa needed. Apply online for the Tourist eVisa from Kuwait City. No embassy visit needed.
How long does it take?
15 days
How long can I stay in Iraq?
Tourist visa permits 30-day stay
Can I apply from Kuwait?
Yes. The application is online, so you can apply from Kuwait City.
Is the Krosz fee refundable?
The Krosz service fee is refundable under the refund policy. Government fees and GST are not refundable.
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Source: Iraq Ministry of Interior — Electronic Visa. Last verified null. Visa rules change often; your Krosz expert re-checks them before filing.