Frequently asked questions
Who is Al-Nagham?
A Baghdad-based travel company. We offer flights, hotels, visa and embassy file assistance, group tours, group health insurance, car rental, conference logistics and arrangements for visitors to Iraq.
Where is your office?
Next to Al-Andalus hotel apartments, Saadoun – Meridian Street, Baghdad. Hours: Saturday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Friday: closed (messages and WhatsApp answered every day of the week).
Are you licensed?
Licence no. 381. See our About page.
Do you issue visas or guarantee approval?
No. Visas are issued by the competent authorities, who make the final decision. We help you prepare your application.
Do you book embassy appointments?
Yes. We book your embassy or visa-centre appointment and prepare your application file. We are not the embassy: the decision is theirs, and we cannot promise a particular date or an outcome.
What does it cost?
Official fees, third-party fees and our service fee are shown separately in your quote.
How do I pay?
You confirm the quote first; nothing is charged before you approve.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
It depends on the service and provider.
Is Iraq safe to visit?
Conditions vary by region and change over time. Please read your government's travel advice and decide what's right for you. We plan carefully and stay in touch, but we cannot guarantee any destination is free of risk.
Can you arrange pickup, hotels, cars and guides?
Everything is confirmed in your quote.
How do I contact you?
WhatsApp 07730080094, phone 07730080094, email info@alnagham.com, or the Plan your Iraq trip form.
Short answers
Does Iraq have an e-visa and how does it work?
Yes, Iraq has an official e-visa portal, evisa.iq, run by the Ministry of Interior; the current procedure, conditions and fees change, so check the official source or contact us. Al-Nagham Travel & Tourism in Baghdad can explain the steps and help prepare your details; the decision belongs to the Iraqi authorities. Fees: check the official source. Contact: 07730080094 or info@alnagham.com.
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Can I get a visa on arrival in Iraq?
It depends on your passport, so check evisa.iq or an Iraqi mission before booking; an Iraqi consulate notice says on-arrival visas were suspended for citizens of the UN Security Council's five permanent members, EU countries and several others, who must get an e-visa first. Al-Nagham Travel & Tourism in Baghdad cannot confirm eligibility for you. Contact: 07730080094 or info@alnagham.com.
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Do I need a separate visa for the Kurdistan Region of Iraq?
Yes, the Kurdistan Region e-Visa portal says you need an e-Visa to travel there, and it is separate from the federal Iraq visa. Check the Eligibility Checker on visit.gov.krd for your passport and the current fee. Al-Nagham Travel & Tourism in Baghdad can plan your route once your visa route is clear. Contact: 07730080094 or info@alnagham.com.
What is an invitation letter for Iraq and do I need one?
An invitation letter is a document from a host or organizer in Iraq stating who is invited, why and when. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and visa route, so check the official source for your case. Al-Nagham Travel & Tourism in Baghdad helps with invitation letters and visa procedures, but approval belongs to the Iraqi authorities. Contact: 07730080094 or info@alnagham.com.
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Can Al-Nagham help me with an invitation letter for Iraq?
Yes, Al-Nagham Travel & Tourism in Baghdad helps visitors with visa procedures and invitation letters for Iraq. Send your nationality, purpose of visit and approximate dates, and we explain which documents are involved. The decision belongs to the Iraqi authorities, so we cannot promise approval or timing, and any fee is confirmed when you contact us. Contact: 07730080094 or info@alnagham.com.
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How does airport pickup in Baghdad work?
You send your flight number, arrival time, hotel and number of passengers, and Al-Nagham Travel & Tourism in Baghdad arranges reception at the airport and the transfer to your hotel, confirming the details with you before you travel. Prices are quoted per request, and your visa and entry documents must be arranged separately and in time. Contact: 07730080094 or info@alnagham.com.
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Can you arrange airport reception at other Iraqi airports, not only Baghdad?
Yes, Al-Nagham Travel & Tourism in Baghdad arranges reception at Iraqi airports beyond Baghdad, such as Najaf, Basra or Erbil. Send your arrival airport, flight number, time and number of passengers, and we confirm the arrangement before you travel. Entry rules are set by the Iraqi authorities, so check your visa route first. Contact: 07730080094 or info@alnagham.com.
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Can I visit Babylon as a day trip from Baghdad?
Yes, Al-Nagham Travel & Tourism in Baghdad can organize Babylon as a day trip with a local guide. UNESCO describes the World Heritage site as about 85 km south of Baghdad, with remains of the Neo-Babylonian capital. Tell us your dates and group size and we confirm the plan and transport; travel time and conditions vary. Contact: 07730080094 or info@alnagham.com.
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What heritage sites in southern Iraq can I include in a tour?
UNESCO's Ahwar of Southern Iraq listing covers the archaeological cities of Uruk and Ur, the Tell Eridu site and four marsh areas, and Ur and the marshes can be added to a heritage itinerary. Al-Nagham Travel & Tourism in Baghdad confirms each stop with you before your trip, because access and conditions can change. Contact: 07730080094 or info@alnagham.com.
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Can foreign visitors join a religious visit to Karbala and Najaf?
Yes, foreign visitors can ask Al-Nagham Travel & Tourism in Baghdad to arrange religious visits to Karbala and Najaf, including the plan, transport and hotels. Your visa route and your own government's travel advice still apply, and we cannot confirm visa eligibility for you. Send your nationality and dates and we reply with the options. Contact: 07730080094 or info@alnagham.com.
Country visa guides
Questions about visiting Iraq on a Pakistani, Indian or Bangladeshi passport? Read the Iraq visa guide for Pakistani citizens, the Iraq visa guide for Indian citizens or the section for Bangladeshi citizens.