Press/Media Visa (Journalist Visa)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- Extended processing time, longer than standard visas
- Fee
- Varies by nationality
- Validity
- Duration of assignment
- Entry
- Single entry
Press/Media visa for journalists and media professionals on official assignments. Requirements are stricter and application process may be longer than other visa types. Some sources indicate journalists may face restrictions or prohibitions on entry.
Eligibility
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Employment
Must be accredited journalist or media professional on official assignment
Required status: Employed by recognized media organization with assignment letter
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Purpose of visit
Must have official media assignment approved by Iranian authorities
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: 400x600 pixels, white background
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: Yes; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Official invitation from Iranian media organization or ministry detailing assignment purpose and duration
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Press/Media Visa Application; Form url: https://evisa.mfa.ir/en/
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Travel itinerary
Provide an itinerary showing travel dates, destinations and planned accommodation.
Must include addresses: Yes; Must include dates: Yes
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain official invitation from Iranian media organization or ministry, employment letter from media organization, and detailed assignment plan
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Document submission
Submit press visa application at Iranian embassy with all supporting documentation
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Processing wait
Wait for extended press visa processing and approval
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Fee payment
Pay press visa fee
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Visa collection
Collect press visa from Iranian embassy