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.
Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.
Tourist visa (Tourist Visa-Free Entry (Turkey))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 90 days within 180 days
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Turkish citizens can enter Iran visa-free for up to 90 days under bilateral agreement.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to Turkish passport holders only
Eligible countries: Turkey
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Tourist visa (Tourist Visa-Free Entry (Syria))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 90 days within 180 days
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Syrian citizens can enter Iran visa-free for up to 90 days. Must arrive directly from Damascus and stay within 180 days of last visit.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to Syrian passport holders arriving directly from Damascus
Eligible countries: Syrian Arab Republic
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Tourist visa (Tourist Visa-Free Entry (Armenia, Bolivia, Egypt, Georgia, Lebanon, Malaysia, Oman, Venezuela))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 45 days
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- As indicated
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Citizens of these countries receive visa-free entry with varying durations: Armenia (90 days within 180 days), Bolivia (30 days), Egypt (30 days), Georgia (45 days), Lebanon (30 days), Malaysia (15 days), Oman (30 days), Venezuela (15 days).
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to passport holders from Armenia, Bolivia, Egypt, Georgia, Lebanon, Malaysia, Oman, and Venezuela
Eligible countries: Armenia, Bolivia (Plurinational State of), Egypt, Georgia, Lebanon, Malaysia, Oman, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Tourist visa (Tourist Visa-Free Entry (Azerbaijan, Hong Kong, Iraq))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- As indicated
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Visa-free entry durations: Azerbaijan (14 days), Hong Kong (21 days), Iraq (30 days).
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to passport holders from Azerbaijan, Hong Kong, and Iraq
Eligible countries: Azerbaijan, Hong Kong, Iraq
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Tourist visa (Tourist Visa-Free Entry (China))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 21 days
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 21 days per entry
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Chinese citizens can enter Iran visa-free for 21 days under unilateral waiver implemented in 2019.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to Chinese passport holders
Eligible countries: China
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Tourist visa (Tourist Visa-Free Entry (Kazakhstan))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 14 days
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 14 days per entry, once every 180 days
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Kazakhstani citizens can enter Iran visa-free for up to 14 days, once in every 180-day period, under bilateral agreement established in 2022.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to Kazakhstani passport holders
Eligible countries: Kazakhstan
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Tourist visa (Tourist Visa - USA/UK/Canada (Pre-arranged Tour Required))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 40 working days
- Fee
- 160 USD (USA), 75 EUR (UK/Canada)
- Validity
- 30 days
- Entry
- Single entry
USA, UK, and Canada citizens must book a pre-arranged tour through an authorized Iranian travel agency. They cannot obtain visa on arrival and must have tour arrangements before applying. Must stay in registered accommodations. The requirement for a licensed guide to accompany travelers throughout their journey has been lifted as of October 2025.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to USA, UK, and Canada passport holders who have pre-arranged tours through licensed Iranian agencies
Eligible countries: Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America
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Purpose of visit
Must have pre-arranged tour booking through licensed Iranian travel agency
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, 70-80% face coverage, JPG/JPEG format, 10KB-500KB file size, taken within last 6 months
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Registered hotel or guesthouse bookings arranged through licensed agency; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Licensed Iranian travel agency must provide invitation letter and tour booking confirmation
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Iran e-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
Book tour through licensed Iranian travel agency who will arrange visa authorization
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Online application
Travel agency submits visa application on behalf of tourist to Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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Document submission
Submit passport copy, photo, tour booking, and itinerary through agency
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee through travel agency
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Processing wait
Wait for visa authorization approval from Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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Visa collection
Receive visa authorization code and obtain visa stamp upon arrival at Iranian airport
Tourist visa (Tourist e-Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 1-2 days for authorization code
- Fee
- 75 EUR + 15 EUR authorization code fee
- Validity
- 30 days, extendable up to 90 days total
- Entry
- Multiple entry
E-visa available through Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal or licensed Iranian travel agencies. All tourists must stay in registered hotels or guesthouses.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to most nationalities except USA, UK, Canada, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Colombia, Jordan, Pakistan, and Somalia
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, 70-80% face coverage, JPG/JPEG format, 10KB-500KB file size, taken within last 6 months
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Registered hotel or guesthouse bookings only; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Iran e-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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Online application
Apply for visa authorization code through Iran Ministry of Foreign Affairs e-visa portal or licensed Iranian travel agency
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Document gathering
Upload passport copy, photo, flight reservation, and accommodation booking
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Fee payment
Pay 15 EUR authorization code fee online
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Processing wait
Wait for visa authorization code to be issued
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Visa collection
Present authorization code at airport immigration to receive visa stamp
Tourist visa (Tourist Visa on Arrival)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa on arrival
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- Upon arrival at airport or border
- Fee
- 75 EUR (varies by nationality: AUS 145 EUR, BRA 80 EUR, USA 160 USD)
- Validity
- 30 days, extendable up to 90 days total
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Most nationalities except USA, UK, Canada, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Colombia, Jordan, Pakistan, and Somalia can obtain visa on arrival at Iranian airports and border crossings. Payment must be in cash (EUR or USD). All tourists must stay in registered hotels or guesthouses.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Available to most nationalities except USA, UK, Canada, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Colombia, Jordan, Pakistan, and Somalia
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, 70-80% face coverage, JPG/JPEG format, 10KB-500KB file size, taken within last 6 months
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Registered hotel or guesthouse bookings only; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare passport, flight reservation, accommodation booking, and visa fee in cash (EUR or USD)
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee in cash at airport immigration counter
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Document submission
Submit documents at airport immigration counter upon arrival
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Visa collection
Receive visa stamp in passport