Visa requirements

Iran (Islamic Republic of)

General visa requirements for travelling to Iran (Islamic Republic of). These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Business visa (Business Visa (Type A - Entry Visa))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

e-Visa

• Maximum stay: 14 days
• Processing time: 7-10 days standard, less than 4 days urgent
• Fee: Varies by nationality (typically 75 EUR)
• Validity: 14-30 days, extendable
• Entry: Multiple entry

Business visa for business professionals, conference attendees, or athletes requiring invitation letter from Iranian company, organization, or ministry. Used for business meetings, contract negotiations, investments, or equipment installation.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  Must have legitimate business purpose with invitation from Iranian entity

  Includes

  • Business meetings
  • contract negotiations
  • investments
  • equipment installation
  • conferences
  • athletic events

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 1; Specifications: 400x600 pixels, white background, 70-80% face coverage, JPG/JPEG format, 10KB-500KB file size

• Invitation letter

  Host requirements: Legitimate invitation letter from Iranian company, organization, or ministry stating purpose, duration, and contact details

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Business Visa Application; Form url: https://evisa.mfa.ir/en/

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Obtain invitation letter from Iranian company/organization and prepare passport, photo

2. Online application

   Submit application through Iran e-visa portal

3. Document submission

   Upload invitation letter, passport copy, and photo

4. Fee payment

   Pay business visa fee

5. Processing wait

   Wait for visa authorization approval

6. Visa collection

   Receive visa authorization code and obtain visa at Iranian airport or embassy

• Apply for an e-Visa online (opens in new tab)

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.