The Ministry of Interior has officially announced the opening of tourist entry visa applications for citizens arriving from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries on the occasion of the Arbaeen pilgrimage.

โ—พ The tourist visa costs $55, inclusive of official fees and service charges. Applications must be submitted through authorized tourism companies contracted with the Iraqi Tourism Authority.

โ—พ Alternatively, visitors can apply for a direct visit visa electronically through the Ministry's official website for a fee of $75.

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