Iraq issues clarification regarding granting visas to arrivals

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  • 28-12-2022, 21:45
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    Tourism Board issued on Wednesday, a clarification regarding granting entry visas to arrivals to Iraq.

    "The decree issued by the Tourism Authority No. (15080) on 26th December 2022, about granting entry visas to arrivals to Iraq from our Arab brothers and foreign friends to attend the 25th Gulf Championship in the governorate of Basra, includes all the provinces of Iraq with all its archaeological, environmental, religious and other tourist facilities," said the Board in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency - INA.

    The Board welcomed all the arrivals who are granted entry visas at airports and border crossings to attend this large event, saying "the government emphasized the contribution of all parties in providing facilities and full support to ensure the best services for tourists, which in turn makes this great sports event a success."

    "The issuance of our decree came for organizational purposes to ensure the smooth flow of work only," the statement included, in addition to "welcoming all visitors to Iraq, especially those coming to attend the 25th Gulf Championship, as it contributes and supports the tourism sector."