Iraq: Unstable Security Situation Impacts Immigration Application Processing
August 31, 2022
Due to the temporary closure of government agencies in Iraq related to security issues in Baghdad, foreign nationals and their employers should anticipate delays in immigration application processing. Also, due to suspended flights by international carriers and potential closures of international and domestic airports, travelers should expect difficulty traveling in and out of Iraq during this time.
This alert is for informational purposes only. If you have any questions, please contact the global immigration professional with whom you work at Fragomen or send an email to [email protected].
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