Iran visa on arrival for citizens of Switzerland: conditions and fees 2026
A visa is required for Iran, and citizens of Switzerland can obtain it on arrival.
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Our guide to the Iran visa from Switzerland
Swiss passport holders need a visa to enter Iran. The verified arrangement is a visa on arrival: apply at the relevant border or airport desk before entering the country, following the instructions given by the immigration authorities.
A visa on arrival is obtained directly at the point of entry in Iran, at the appropriate visa desk. Prepare your application materials and payment before travelling, and check the current requirements on the official portal or with the relevant embassy before departure.
Do you need a visa?
Yes, travellers holding a Swiss passport need a visa to travel to Iran. For this route, the verified arrangement is a visa on arrival. The process takes place at the border crossing or airport, at the desk responsible for issuing visas before entry formalities are completed.
How much does a visa for Iran cost from Switzerland?
The official fee for a visa for Iran is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Iran really cost?
The published fee is the government charge alone. Two or three other lines are added before the visa is in the passport, and they are what makes the final bill.
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
Paid to the state, non-refundable if the visa is refused.
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
Never compulsory. An intermediary fills the form for you, it does not change the decision or the processing time.
We only display amounts published by an official source. Confirm the total before paying anything.
What documents are required for a visa for Iran?
The exact list for Iran is not published in a source we can verify. Every short-stay tourist application is nonetheless built on the same core:
- Valid passport
- Completed application form
- Compliant passport photo
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
Treat this as the common core, not the official list, confirm it with the consular authorities of Iran before you apply.
Documents and fees
Required documents and payment arrangements should be confirmed with the official portal or the relevant embassy before travel. No fee amount is provided here, so it should be checked through an official source. If payment at the desk is required, carry exact cash where appropriate, in line with official instructions.
How to apply for a visa for Iran from Switzerland
- 1Check before departure that your entry point actually issues the visa on arrival.
- 2Prepare the supporting documents and the fee, often required in cash.
- 3Complete the form at the dedicated counter after landing.
- 4Pay the fee and collect the sticker before immigration control.
How to apply
On arrival in Iran, go to the visa desk before continuing with the entry process. Follow the officers’ instructions for the application form, supporting documents and payment. Before departure, confirm through the official portal or the relevant embassy that your chosen point of entry handles visas on arrival.
Where do you apply for a visa for Iran from Switzerland?
A visa on arrival for Iran is issued at the border post itself, at a counter placed before immigration control.
- Not every crossing issues it. Confirm that your specific airport or land border does before you book.
- The counter is reached after landing and before immigration. Follow the visa signs rather than the exit.
- The fee is usually paid on the spot, sometimes in cash and in a specific currency. Card is not guaranteed.
You live in Switzerland on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Switzerland but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does a visa for Iran take?
A visa on arrival is issued at the counter of the entry point when you cross the border: there is no processing time to plan for before departure.
Processing times and advice
No processing time is provided here for the visa on arrival. The associated permitted stay is 90 days, and this does not state the visa’s validity period. Keep the requested items organised and review official information shortly before departure, as entry requirements may change.
Before you fly, and at the border
- Passport validity: most countries require the passport to stay valid beyond the return date, and the margin required differs from one destination to the next. Check it on the official source, and count from your return, not from your departure.
- A visa is not a right of entry. The border officer decides, and may ask for a return ticket, an address or proof of funds even when everything is in order.
- Conditional exemptions exist: several countries waive the visa for holders of a valid visa or residence permit from a third country. This depends on the destination and on the document, and we do not publish that rule when our sources do not carry it. The official page does.
- Minors travelling alone or with one parent are often asked for extra papers, typically a parental authorisation and the family record. Ask the post before booking.
- Overstaying is not a formality. It exposes you to a fine, to removal, and to an entry ban that can outlast the trip by years, including for the whole area when the destination belongs to one.
Common mistakes
Do not confuse the associated stay of 90 days with visa validity or a processing time. Do not assume that every entry point follows identical procedures without official confirmation. Also avoid travelling without checking the required documents, fees and accepted payment methods through an official source.
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Other visa types for Iran
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
Guide generated automatically on September 11, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
Visa on arrival
Entry regime
Visa on arrival
Official websiteTo confirm
Press visa
Consular visa
Duration
30 days
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Business eVisa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Processing time
5 business days
Official websiteVerified
Work visa
Work visa
Duration
1 year
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
Pilgrimage eVisa
Consular visa
Duration
30 days
Processing time
5 business days
Official websiteVerified
Student visa
Student visa
Duration
Duration of programme
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Tips for extending your stay in Iran
- Request a visa extension at least one week before expiration from the Immigration and Passport Police in major cities.
- Always keep a copy of your passport and visa with you during your stay.
- Respect local rules, including the mandatory dress code for women and men.
- Purchase travel insurance covering your entire stay in Iran.
- Avoid Israeli stamps in your passport, as they may cause entry refusal.
A Swiss tourist obtained a 30-day tourist visa through the consulate in Geneva, arrived in Tehran, then extended his visa twice for a total of 90 days while visiting several major cities like Isfahan and Shiraz, following official procedures with the Immigration Police.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Iran from Switzerland?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Switzerland directly at the border of Iran.
How long does it take to get a visa for Iran?▾
A visa on arrival is issued at the counter of the entry point when you cross the border: there is no processing time to plan for.
How do you apply for a visa for Iran from Switzerland?▾
The visa is issued at the dedicated counter after landing. Before departure, check that your entry point actually issues it, and bring the fee, often in cash, along with your supporting documents.
What other visa types exist for Iran?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Iran offers among others: Business eVisa, Work visa, Student visa, Press visa, Pilgrimage eVisa.
Data verified on 28/10/2026 · Our methodology
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