🇮🇷Iran Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Asia· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Iran?
It depends on your passport. Out of 196 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 45 enter Iran visa-free, 141 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival and 10 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
45
nationalities
Visa on arrival
141
nationalities
Consular visa
10
nationalities
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Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (hongkong.mfa.gov.ir), read on .
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Iran visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Iran applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
Iran visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Iran publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | Portal | |||
| Business eVisa | Business | 90 days | 5 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Work visa | Work | 1 year | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Student visa | Study | Duration of programme | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Press visa | Other | 30 days | 15 business days | Portal | |
| Pilgrimage eVisa | Other | 30 days | 5 business days | Multiple | Portal |
Visas
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Information
Capital
Tehran
Population
89,215,875
Currency
Iranian Rial (IRR تومان)
Languages
Persian, Azerbaijani, Kurdish, Luri
Continent
Asia
Calling code
+98
Timezone
Asia/Tehran
Area
1,648,195 km²
Government
Islamic Republic theocracy with interim Supreme Leadership Council
National day
April 1 - Islamic Republic Day
Internet domain
.ir
About
Iran is an Islamic republic in the Middle East with a hybrid government structure blending elected republican elements and clerical authorities. Following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in February 2026, an Interim Leadership Council is exercising supreme duties per Article 111 of the Constitution. The country navigates a complex political transition involving the Assembly of Experts to elect a new Leader.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Medium)
- Avoid protests
- Do not carry ostentatious valuables
- Use official taxis
Terrorism(High)
- Follow local and foreign authorities' advice
- Avoid Sunni worship places and border areas
Transport
- Drive carefully
- Prefer domestic flights
Natural risks(Frequent earthquakes, seasonal floods)
- Check seismic alerts
- Avoid risk zones in winter
Health(Limited public system, adequate private healthcare in cities)
- Recommended vaccines: Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid, Tetanus
- Mandatory health insurance and repatriation
Practical tips
- Respect strict Islamic dress code
- Do not photograph military installations
- Register with the consulate before departure
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Tehran · estimated in October 2026
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Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
Not customary, optional 5-10% in restaurants
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Photos
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Iran
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Iran
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Iran
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Iran
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Iran
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Iran
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Iran?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Iran across 196 nationalities: 45 visa-free, 141 with a visa on arrival, 10 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →Is it dangerous to travel to Iran?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "High due to post-mortem political transition of the Supreme Leader, regional tensions, and terrorist threats.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Iran?▾
The official currency is Iranian Rial (IRR تومان). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Iran?▾
The capital of Iran is Tehran. The main spoken languages are: Persian, Azerbaijani, Kurdish, Luri.
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