Iraq Passport

Nomad Capitalist Passport Index Ranking

The Iraq Passport is currently ranked Number 196 in the Nomad Capitalist Passport Index with a total score of 31. This ranking, relative to other passports, has been calculated by considering the government of Iraq’s approach not just to travel, but to international taxation laws, global perception, dual citizenship and personal freedom.

Travel 44 Taxation 20 Perception 10 Dual Citizenship 30 Freedom 10

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Travel Destinations from Iraq ^{50% in total score}

For the Iraq Travel Score calculation, we relied on government travel data from 199 passport-issuing countries and territories, combined with real-time intelligence and proprietary research. This factor includes a Mobility Score (MS) measuring ease of travel, which focuses on visa-free (VF) travel, visa on arrival (VOA), eTA and eVisa (if issued within three days). Based on that data, we assigned Iraq a Travel Score of 44 which means that Iraq passport holders can enter a total of 44 destinations — either without a visa, through a visa on arrival or via an eTA.

Taxation in Iraq ^{20% in total score}

For the Iraq Taxation Score calculation, we relied on data from our network of tax vendors, news sources and tax authorities. Based on that data, we assigned Iraq a Taxation Score of 20, meaning that Iraq allows citizens to relocate to avoid tax.

Perception ^{10% in total score}

For the Iraq Perception Score calculation, we relied on the World Happiness Report, the Human Development Index and subjective factors from our networks’ experience to determine how each country’s citizens are perceived and recognised. Based on that data, we assigned Iraq a Perception Score of 10, meaning that Iraq citizens are refused entry to a substantial number of countries and/or encounter substantial hostility.

Dual Citizenship ^{10% in total score}

For the Iraq Dual Citizenship Score calculation, we relied on embassy data and our experience to assess the ability to hold dual citizenship. Based on that data, we assigned Iraq a Dual Citizenship Score of 30, meaning that Iraq citizens are often allowed to hold other citizenships but with certain restrictions.

Freedom ^{10% in total score}

For the Iraq Freedom Score calculation, we relied on data and news reports on mandatory military service, government surveillance, press freedom and other factors to determine the personal freedom of citizens and expats. Based on that data, we assigned Iraq a Freedom Score of 10, meaning that Iraq citizens have low freedom.