All refugees and asylum-seekers in Iraq must register with UNHCR and obtain a UNHCR Certificate. A valid UNHCR certificate confirms that you need international protection and assistance as a refugee or asylum-seeker. Asylum-seekers who do not have a valid UNHCR certificate are subject to immigration laws in Iraq, and they may be at risk of deportation. Non-holders of a valid UNHCR Certificate also risk the loss of assistance and protection services provided by UNHCR and other humanitarian actors.
It is very important that you provide full and correct, information, to the best of your knowledge, during registration with UNHCR. If you have entered an alternate identity or have any information to disclose that you are scared might negatively impact your case with UNHCR, please note that all information shared with UNHCR is confidential. It will only be shared as needed and will not be shared without your permission. You will be asked to sign a document to confirm the truth of your statements and provide a telephone number or address at which you can be contacted. Therefore, please contact UNHCR in case you change to record your new phone number and/or address.
Information notice for refugees and asylum seekers in Iraq on the processing of their personal data by UNHCR ,Government ,and Partners
Please beware of individuals claiming false affiliation to UNHCR and/or its partners including outside the UNHCR Office or on various social media platforms. Do not trust anyone who claims to provide services on behalf of UNHCR including resettlement and complementary pathways in exchange for money or favors.
If you are already registered with UNHCR and you need an appointment to update your case (add new family members, update phone number, renew your certificate etc.) Click Here
If you are a new asylum seeker and you wish to request registration with UNHCR for the first time, Click Here
Be aware of impostor calls targeting refugees and asylum seekers. Calls to schedule registration and resettlement interviews with you will be made on 00662330303. You cannot call this number. DO NOT PAY! All services provided by UNHCR, and Partners are free of charge! If you have witnessed fraud or corruption, or if you have been asked for money or anything else in exchange for UNHCR services, please report to: [email protected] or UNHCR Inspector General’s Office:
