Iraqi pilgrims register for Hajj through the Higher Commission for Hajj and Umrah. Iraq's annual Hajj quota is approximately 37,000. Costs range from $3,500 to $7,500 USD. Pilgrims depart primarily from Baghdad, Najaf, and Basra airports with direct flights to Jeddah and Madinah during Hajj season.
Hajj Quota
37,000
Average Cost
USD 3,500–7,500
Government Body
Higher Commission for Hajj and Umrah
Iraqi pilgrims register through the Higher Commission for Hajj and Umrah, which operates under the Prime Minister's office. Registration is conducted online and through provincial offices. Applicants must submit a valid Iraqi passport, national ID (civil status card), medical fitness certificate, and required vaccinations. The commission manages visa processing in coordination with the Saudi Embassy in Baghdad. A computerized lottery system is used for selection when demand exceeds quota.
The Higher Commission for Hajj and Umrah authorizes private Hajj companies annually. The commission publishes a list of approved operators on its website. Both government-managed and private packages are available. Pilgrims from the Kurdistan Region can also register through local commission offices in Erbil and Sulaymaniyah. All operators must meet minimum accommodation and service standards set by the commission.
Iraqi pilgrims are native Arabic speakers, which greatly facilitates communication in Saudi Arabia. Iraq's Sunni and Shia communities both participate in Hajj with equal enthusiasm. The commission ensures fair representation from all provinces. Iraqi dinars should be exchanged at authorized banks before departure. The desert climate of central and southern Iraq provides good acclimatization for Saudi conditions. Iraqi pilgrims should carry copies of all documents. Medical support teams accompany Iraqi delegations.
Address: Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia, Al-Mansour District, Baghdad, Iraq
Phone: +964-1-542-2000
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