Do I need a visa to travel from Russia to Iran?

No, no visa is required to travel from Russia to Iran.

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Essential Iran information

Capital : Tehran

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.

Weather in Tehran

Updated : 2026-04-21 13:00 ⟳

17.0°C

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Feels like : 17.0°C

Humidity : 59%

Practical travel information

Population : 89,215,875

Languages :

Persan
Azerbaïdjanais
Kurde
Luri

Currency : تومان (Iranian Rial)

Continent : Asia

Area : 1,648,195 km²

Coordinates : Lat: 35.69, Lng: 51.39

Government : Islamic Republic theocracy with interim Supreme Leadership Council

National day : April 1 - Islamic Republic Day

Essential preparations

Timezone : Asia/Tehran

Calling code : +98

Internet domain : .ir

Tap water : unsafe

Driving : Right

Tipping : Not customary, optional 5-10% in restaurants

Emergency numbers :

Police : 110
Ambulance : 115
Fire brigade : 125

Electricity : 220V / 50Hz / Plugs : Type C, Type F

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