Important notice for the Iraqi community and stranded (Visa Issuance for Iraqi citizens at Saudi border crossings)

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs notes that the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Riyadh has received approval from the authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to facilitate the issuance of visas for Iraqi citizens at land and air border crossings.

This measure comes as a result of the current developments in the region, which have resulted in a number of Iraqi citizens being stranded in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries and other capitals, and their urgent need to return to Iraq via Saudi Arabia, particularly through the Arar border crossing. This procedure allows citizens to obtain visas directly at border crossings, without having to apply exclusively through the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Riyadh.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on Iraqi citizens wishing to enter Saudi Arabia to proceed directly to the border crossings, especially the Arar crossing, to complete the visa application process in accordance with the regulations established by the relevant authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The Ministry clarifies that these visas are granted for evacuation purposes only and do not include Umrah or visit visas.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses its appreciation for the cooperation of the brotherly Saudi authorities and for the support and facilities they provide to serve Iraqi citizens and facilitate their entry procedures.