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Do not travel to Iran as there's a high risk you could be arbitrarily detained or arrested. 

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Advice levels

Do not travel to Iran.

Do not travel to Iran as there's a high risk you could be arbitrarily detained or arrested.

• An increased threat of military and terrorist attacks against Israel and Israeli interests across the region and ongoing military action in the Occupied Palestinian Territories could lead to increased tensions in other locations in the Middle East. Demonstration and protest activity may occur, and localised security situations could deteriorate with little notice. Avoid all demonstrations and protests. 
• Regional tensions are high, and the security situation could deteriorate quickly with little or no notice. In an attack or other armed conflict, you should follow the advice of local authorities. See our general advice on protecting your safety ( There’s an armed conflict ).
• Due to the current security environment, and as a precaution, Australian government officials and their dependents posted in Iran have been directed not to travel outside the greater Tehran region.
• Increased tensions in the Middle East may result in airspace closures, flight cancellations and diversions and other travel disruptions. 
• Protests and demonstrations are expected. Small localised protests continue in parts of Iran. Previously, security forces' response to protests has been severe, and many protesters and bystanders have been injured, killed or detained. There has been an increase in the number of foreign nationals arrested during previous protests. You should avoid all protest activity.
• Terrorist attacks could happen anywhere in Iran, including Tehran or other locations frequented by foreigners and tourists. They could occur at any time with little or no warning. Avoid possible targets and areas with a low level of security. Possible targets for attacks include embassies, hotels, places of worship, tourist sites, government interests, military parades and locations, Western businesses and other interests. Take official warnings seriously.
• Australians, including dual nationals, should strongly consider leaving Iran as soon as possible. Foreigners in Iran, including Australians, are at a high risk of arbitrary detention or arrest. Foreign and dual nationals have been detained without due process of law. Iran does not recognise dual nationality. Our ability to provide consular support to dual Australian-Iranian nationals is extremely limited. We can't guarantee access to consular services or legal representation if you're detained or arrested.
• There are ongoing disruptions to telecommunications services, including mobile internet access.
• Regional tensions are high and could escalate rapidly. There is ongoing hostility between Iran and Israel, and military tensions between Iran, the US and other countries in the Middle East. The Iran-Iraq, Iran-Afghanistan, and Iran-Pakistan border areas are extremely dangerous.
• Regional and international politics can trigger protests. These may target Western or UN diplomatic missions. Avoid vigils, marches, demonstrations and large public gatherings, as they can turn violent without warning.
• Kidnapping for ransom can occur. Foreign nationals have also been the target of kidnapping. Drug traffickers and bandits are active in the Afghanistan and Pakistan border areas. They often clash violently with security forces. Bombings and shootings occur. Be alert to your surroundings, especially at night. Outside these areas, the level of violent crime is low.
• Women can face unwanted attention and harassment. If you're a woman, take care when travelling alone, particularly at night.

Full travel advice:  Safety

• Outbreaks of insect borne diseases such as malaria, tick-borne encephalitis and leishmaniasis occur. Use insect and mosquito repellent.
• HIV/AIDS is a risk. Take precautions if you engage in high-risk activities.
• Waterborne, foodborne, parasitic and other infectious diseases occur. These include cholera, typhoid and hepatitis. Drink only boiled or bottled water. Avoid raw or undercooked food.
• Significant air pollution occurs in major cities. Sandstorms and dust storms happen often. Get medical advice if you have allergies or breathing difficulties.

Full travel advice:  Health

• Don't use, carry or import illegal drugs. Punishments for drug offences are severe. They include the death penalty.
• Get professional advice if you're involved in local legal proceedings. In particular, seek advice on matters of family law, such as divorce, child custody and child support.
• Same-sex relations are illegal for both men and women. Penalties include corporal punishment and death.
• Iran has strict codes of dress and behaviour. Women are required by law to wear a headscarf and loose-fitting clothing covering their arms and legs. Men face fewer clothing restrictions but should avoid shorts and sleeveless t-shirts. Close contact between unmarried men and women is illegal, as is being in a de facto relationship. This is particularly the case for interactions between Muslims and non-Muslims. It's against the law to behave in a way that offends Islam, such as encouraging a Muslim to convert.
• Be careful when taking photos. It's illegal to photograph military or government sites, critical civil infrastructure and public protests. It's illegal to use drones without authorisation.
• Iran has strict importation laws. You can't import alcohol, pornography, pork products or short-wave radios. It's also illegal to import printed or recorded Western materials, including religious material. Get permission to bring in electronics, such as satellite phones, GPS trackers and walkie-talkies.

Full travel advice:  Local laws

• We advise Australians not to travel to Iran. If you're in Iran, you should strongly consider leaving as soon as possible. If despite our advice you travel to Iran, you'll need a visa to enter and you'll need to get it before you travel. Contact your nearest  Iranian embassy  for details. 
• Airlines may cancel or reduce their operations into and out of Iran at short notice.
• Some countries have restrictions on travellers coming out of Iran.
• If your passport contains Israeli stamps or visas, Iranian authorities will refuse you entry.
• If you overstay your visa in Iran for any reason, even one beyond your control, you'll incur a fine. The Australian Government cannot pay this fine for you. You must also apply for an exit visa. You can get more information on Iranian visa and exit permit requirements from the Iranian Passport Police Office or Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
• Most Australian travel insurance policies won't cover you for travel to Iran. You'll need a specialised policy.
• The local currency is the Iranian Rial (IRR). Declare any foreign currency you have when you arrive in Iran or authorities may confiscate it when you leave. You can exchange major currencies in all big cities. You can't use international credit or bank cards. You can't transfer money using commercial banks or money transfer companies. Bring enough cash to cover your stay.

Full travel advice: Travel

Local contacts

• The Consular Services Charter details what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.
• For consular assistance, contact the Australian Embassy in Tehran . The working week is from Sunday to Thursday, in accordance with local practice.
• Our ability to provide consular support to dual Australian-Iranian nationals is extremely limited.

Full travel advice: Local contacts

Full advice

Civil unrest and political tension.

Protests and demonstrations are expected in the coming days. Some airlines may cancel flights at short notice - check with your airline. Australian embassy staff and their families in Tehran have been advised to stay close to home and avoid protest areas.

In late 2022 and early 2023, there were widespread protests across many cities and towns in Iran. Previously, security forces' response to protests has been severe, and many protesters and bystanders have been injured, killed or detained. During past protest periods, there have been increases in the number of foreign nationals arrested. You should avoid all protest activity.

Political developments in the region and local political tensions can trigger protests, demonstrations and vigils.

Public protests and events that draw large groups of people can potentially turn violent.

Iranians sometimes protest against some Western and Middle East embassies and UN missions.

To protect yourself during periods of unrest:

• avoid demonstrations, protests, large crowds and vigils
• do not photograph demonstrations, protests, large crowds or vigils
• monitor media for possible threats
• plan activities to avoid disruption on national or commemorative days
• follow the advice of local authorities
• share your itinerary with family and friends and keep in close contact so they know where you are.

Be prepared to change your plans in case of disruptions.

If civil unrest disrupts transport, ask your airline, travel agent or insurer for help.

More information:

• Demonstrations and civil unrest

Risk of arbitrary detention or arrest

Travellers in Iran, including Australians, are at a high risk of arbitrary detention or arrest. A number of Australians, including dual nationals, have been detained in Iran without due process of law.

There's been an increase in the number of foreign nationals being arrested or detained in Iran.

You may be at greater risk of detention if authorities are suspicious of your activities or background. You could attract the attention of authorities if you:

• study or do other academic activity
• travel outside tourist areas
• are near crowds, demonstrations or sensitive sites
• take photos, except in major tourist sites
• have contact with Iranians who are of interest to authorities
• behave or express views perceived as anti-Iranian, anti-Iranian Government, or that could cause religious offence
• are affiliated with, or have links to, Iranian opposition or other political groups.

Iran does not recognise dual nationality. If you're a dual Australian-Iranian national and are detained in Iran, our ability to provide consular support is extremely limited.

The Australian Government may not be notified if you're detained. We can't guarantee consular access to any Australian detained or arrested. We also can't guarantee access to legal representation.

If you're in Iran, you should leave immediately.

• Advice for dual nationals
• Fact sheet: Arrested or jailed overseas   

Security situation

The security situation in Iran remains volatile. Tensions in the region are high and may escalate further, due to ongoing hostility between Iran and Israel, and military tensions between Iran, the US, and other countries in the Middle East.

If despite our advice you go to Iran, or decide to stay there, monitor media for possible threats and take extra precautions for your safety:

• keep a low profile.
• keep in contact with family and friends
• don't travel alone or at night
• check routes before you travel
• don't put your travel or other plans on social media
• work with only reliable, registered and authorised organisations and travel agencies
• don't carry large amounts of cash

Airlines may cancel or reduce their operations to and from Iran at short notice.  If tensions escalate, your options to leave may be limited. The Australian Government may not be able to assist with your departure. Check the latest flight status with your airline or travel provider and make arrangements in case you can’t leave. Share those plans with family and friends.

Iranian authorities are active in and closely monitor border areas with Iraq, Afghanistan and Pakistan. The security situation within 10km of the Iran-Iraq border is extremely dangerous.

Do not visit military or nuclear sites; these are not always clearly marked. Follow the advice of local authorities and monitor the media.

A terrorist attack could happen anywhere in Iran at any time, including in Tehran. 

In January 2024, at least 84 people were killed and more than 200 wounded in suicide bombing attacks in Kerman, southern Iran, carried out by Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP).

On 26 October 2022, a terrorist attack on the Shah Cheragh Shrine in Shiraz killed at least 14 people and injured 40 others.

Possible targets for attacks include:

• places of worship
• tourist sites
• government interests
• military parades and locations
• Western businesses and other interests

To stay safe from terrorist risks:

• be alert to possible threats throughout the country
• avoid places where there is a low level of security and possible target areas
• monitor the media for new threats
• report suspicious activity or items to police
• take official warnings seriously
• follow the instructions of local authorities

If there's an attack:

• leave the area as soon as it's safe
• avoid the affected area in case of secondary attacks

Terrorism is a threat worldwide.

Kidnapping for ransom is a risk in Iran. Foreign nationals have been targeted. The kidnapping risk is heightened in the border areas with Afghanistan and Pakistan, including in the area east of Bam, Jask, and the Sistan and Baluchestan provinces. Drug traffickers and bandits are active in these regions.

Kidnapping happens with political, ideological and criminal motives. Targets have included foreigners.

Always be alert to your personal security and surroundings.

To protect yourself from kidnapping:

• seek professional security advice
• arrange effective personal safety measures
• be alert to possible threats
• change your daily routines and patterns of travel

The Australian Government's longstanding policy is that it doesn't make payments or concessions to kidnappers.

Violent crime

The level of violent crime in Iran is generally low, but petty crime is increasing due to the worsening economic situation.

Drug traffickers and bandits are active in the border areas near Afghanistan and Pakistan. This includes: 

• Sistan and Baluchestan province
• east of the city of Bam in Kerman province

Violent incidents often occur in these areas, such as:

• clashes between security forces and drug traffickers

Travel at night in these areas is particularly dangerous.

Be alert to your surroundings, especially at night. Don't draw unwanted attention to yourself.

Petty crime

There have been increasing reports of thieves in passing vehicles snatching bags from pedestrians, home break-ins and robberies. 

Women can face unwanted attention and harassment. Women  should take care travelling alone, particularly at night.

Scams and fraud

Men may approach foreigners and claim to be plain-clothes police. They say they're looking for foreign drug dealers and ask to see wallets and ID.

If this happens, it could be a scam . Ask a uniformed police officer for help.

Cyber security 

You may be at risk of cyber-based threats during overseas travel to any country. Digital identity theft is a growing concern. Your devices and personal data can be compromised, especially if you’re connecting to Wi-Fi, using or connecting to shared or public computers, or to Bluetooth.

Social media can also be risky in destinations where there are social or political tensions, or laws that may seem unreasonable by Australian standards. Travellers have been arrested for things they have said on social media. Don't comment on local or political events on your social media.

Cyber security when travelling overseas

Climate and natural disasters

Earthquakes and severe weather occur in Iran.

If a natural disaster happens:

• secure your passport in a safe, waterproof location
• monitor local media
• keep in contact with your friends and family

Earthquakes

Iran experiences frequent earthquakes . There have been several major earthquakes in recent years.

Aftershocks often follow a major earthquake. They can cause further damage to already weakened structures.

Register with the Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System to receive alerts on major disasters.

Severe weather

Iran experiences extremely high temperatures.

The temperature in some areas can reach over 50˚C in July and August, the hottest months of the year.

Some regions have heavy snowfall during winter.

Sandstorms and dust storms occur regularly.

Widespread flash flooding affected large parts of Iran in March-April 2019, causing a number of deaths.

Travel insurance

If despite our advice you plan to travel to Iran, you'll need a specialised travel insurance policy that covers travel to high-risk destinations. Most Australian policies won't cover you for travel to Iran. Check that Iran is not excluded from your cover because of sanctions.

Your policy needs to cover all overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation. If you're not insured, you may have to pay many thousands of dollars up-front for medical care. The Australian Government won't pay for any costs or organise evacuation.

If you can't get travel insurance , you should not travel.

Physical and mental health

Consider your physical and mental health before you travel, especially if you have an existing medical condition. 

See your doctor or travel clinic to:

• have a basic health check-up
• ask if your travel plans may affect your health
• plan any vaccinations you need

Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.

• General health advice
• Healthy holiday tips  (Healthdirect Australia)

Medications

Not all medication available over the counter or by prescription in Australia is available in other countries. Some may even be considered illegal or a controlled substance, even if prescribed by an Australian doctor.

Some specialised medicines are in short supply in Iran.

If you plan to bring medication, check if it's legal in Iran. Take enough legal medicine for your trip.

Carry a copy of your prescription or a letter from your doctor stating:

• what the medicine is
• your required dosage
• that it's for personal use

Health risks

Medical evacuation may be difficult.

Insect-borne diseases

Malaria is endemic outside the major towns in Iran's south and west.

Other insect-borne diseases are common, including:

• leishmaniasis
• tick-borne encephalitis

Ticks are most active in spring, summer and autumn.

To protect yourself from disease:

• ensure your accommodation is insect-proof
• use insect repellent
• wear long, loose, light-coloured clothing
• consider taking medicine to prevent malaria

Get medical advice if you have a fever, muscle pain, rash or severe headache.

Infectious diseases

HIV/AIDS is a risk.

Take precautions if you engage in activities that may expose you to the virus.

Other health risks

Waterborne, foodborne, parasitic and other infectious diseases occur, such as:

• tuberculosis

Serious outbreaks sometimes occur.

To protect yourself from illness:

• drink boiled water or bottled water with sealed lids
• avoid ice cubes
• avoid raw and undercooked food, such as salads

Get medical help if you have a fever or diarrhoea.

Air pollution

Significant air pollution occurs in major cities. Sandstorms and dust storms occur regularly.

Get medical advice if you have allergies or breathing difficulties.

Medical care

Medical facilities.

The standard of medical facilities varies. Facilities in remote areas are extremely limited.

If you become seriously ill or injured, you'll need to be evacuated to a place with better facilities, such as London or Dubai. Medical evacuation can be very expensive and may not be possible.

Medical tourism

Medical tourism including for cosmetic operations is common in Iran. The standard of medical service providers can vary. If you're considering getting medical treatment in Iran, you should research and choose your medical service providers carefully. Serious post-surgery complications and deaths have occurred.

You should discuss your plans with your Australian doctor or specialist before committing to getting procedures done in Iran.

You're subject to all local laws and penalties, including those that may appear harsh by Australian standards. Research local laws before travelling.

If you're arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you under our Consular Services Charter . But we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail. 

Iran does not recognise dual nationality. If you're an Australian citizen with Iranian nationality, our ability to provide consular assistance is extremely limited.

Penalties for importing and possessing drugs are severe and include the death penalty.

Authorities have executed foreigners for drug-related offences in recent years.

Carrying or using drugs

Get professional advice if you're involved in local legal proceedings. In particular, seek advice on matters of family law, such as:

• child custody
• child support

Know your rights and responsibilities.

Penalties for serious offences include death and corporal punishment. Same-sex relations are considered serious offences.

These activities are illegal in Iran:

• homosexual acts for both men and women
• failing to meet the legal dress code
• import alcohol, pornography, pork products or short-wave radios
• import printed or recorded Western material, including those with a religious theme

Local authorities consider domestic violence to be a private family matter. Iranian law does not prohibit domestic violence.

Advice for LGBTI travellers

Dress and behaviour

Iran has strict Islamic codes of dress and behaviour.

It's illegal to behave in a way considered to offend Islam. For example, you must not encourage Muslims to convert to another religion.

It's also illegal to:

• have close contact between unmarried men and women — in particular between non-Muslims and Muslims
• be in a de facto relationship

In public women are required by law to wear:

• loose-fitting clothing to cover arms and legs
• a long coat
• a headscarf

If you fail to follow these dress requirements, you may be detained, fined or denied access to government and other services.

In public men should not wear shorts or sleeveless T-shirts.

Photography

You cannot photograph sensitive sites or events, including:

• military and nuclear sites
• government buildings and installations
• critical civil infrastructure
• public demonstrations

Electronic equipment

It's illegal to use drones without authorisation.

You will need permission to bring in a range of electronic equipment, including:

• satellite phones
• GPS trackers
• walkie-talkies

Unauthorised use may result in arrest or detention. Tracking software installed on mobile phones, tablets or other computer equipment may attract the attention of authorities.

For advice, contact your nearest Iranian embassy or consulate .

Australian laws

Some Australian criminal laws still apply when you're overseas. If you break these laws, you may face prosecution in Australia.

Staying within the law and respecting customs

Dual citizenship

Iran doesn't recognise dual nationality.

If you're a dual national, you may be at greater risk of arbitrary arrest or detention. Our ability to provide consular assistance is extremely limited.

If you're arrested or detained, it's highly unlikely the Government of Iran would:

• allow us to give you consular services
• notify the Australian Embassy that you've been arrested or detained.

Under Iranian law, Iranian dual nationals must enter and exit Iran on their Iranian passport. Iranian immigration officials routinely confiscate the foreign passports of dual nationals.

If you're an Australian-Iranian dual national, authorities may not allow you to leave Iran if:

• you're male and you haven't completed military service
• you're female and you don't have permission from your husband or a senior male relative to leave Iran
• you're male and have not paid back the dowry to your wife after divorce
• you've overstayed your visa and not paid the fine.

We advise you not to travel to Iran if you are dual Australian-US or Australian-Israeli citizen, in line with those countries' advice to their citizens.  For other nationalities, you should check with the relevant country’s travel advice for advice about your risks.

• Dual nationals
• US travel advice for Iran
• UK Government travel advice for Iran
• Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Local customs

The Islamic holy month of Ramadan  is observed in Iran. Respect religious and cultural customs and laws during this time.

During Ramadan, eating, drinking and smoking may be illegal in public during the day. If you're not fasting, avoid these activities around people who are. Seek local advice to avoid offence.

Explore our Ramadan page to learn more, including dates for Ramadan.

Visas and border measures

Every country or territory decides who can enter or leave through its borders. For specific information about the evidence you'll need to enter a foreign destination, check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering. 

Visitor visa

If despite our advice you decide to travel to Iran, you'll need a visa to enter. You must apply for a visa before you travel. Contact  Iranian embassy  in Australia to apply.

Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. Contact the embassy of Iran for details about visas, currency, customs and quarantine rules.

The Government of Iran issues Iranian visas. The Australian Embassy can't intervene in visa matters, including visas on arrival.

If you overstay your visa in Iran for any reason, even one beyond your control, you'll incur a fine. The Australian Government cannot pay this fine for you. You must also apply for an exit visa. You can get more information on Iranian visa and exit permit requirements from the Iranian Passport Police Office or Ministry of Foreign Affairs .

• Embassies and Consulates of Iran

Other formalities

If your passport has evidence you've travelled to Israel, such as an Israeli exit or entry stamp, authorities will refuse you entry to Iran.

Strict import restrictions apply.

If you're a dual national, you may not be able to leave Iran unless you meet certain conditions.

Some countries won't let you enter unless your passport is valid for 6 months after you plan to leave that country. This can apply even if you're just transiting or stopping over.

Some foreign governments and airlines apply the rule inconsistently. Travellers can receive conflicting advice from different sources.

You can end up stranded if your passport isn't valid for more than 6 months.

The Australian Government does not set these rules. Check your passport's expiry date before you travel. If you're not sure it'll be valid for long enough, consider getting a new passport .

Lost or stolen passport

Your passport is a valuable document. It's attractive to people who may try to use your identity to commit crimes.

Some people may try to trick you into giving them your passport. Always keep it in a safe place.

If your passport is lost or stolen, tell the Australian Government as soon as possible.

• In Australia, contact the Australian Passport Information Service .
• If you're overseas, contact the nearest Australian embassy or consulate .

Passport with ‘X’ gender identifier 

Although Australian passports comply with international standards for sex and gender, we can’t guarantee that a passport showing 'X' in the sex field will be accepted for entry or transit by another country. Contact the nearest  embassy, high commission or consulate of your destination  before you arrive at the border to confirm if authorities will accept passports with 'X' gender markers.

• LGBTQIA+ travellers

The local currency is the Iranian Rial (IRR).

Declare any foreign currency you have when you arrive in Iran. If you don't, authorities may confiscate it when you leave.

You can change major currencies in all major cities. However, recent government action has made it harder to change money in exchange bureaus.

You can't use international credit or bank cards.

You can't transfer funds into Iran using:

• the commercial banking system
• a money transfer company 

Bring enough cash to cover your stay.

Local travel

Driving permit.

To drive in Iran you need both:

• a valid Australian driver's licence
• an International Driving Permit (IDP)

Get an IDP before leaving Australia.

Road travel

Iran has one of the highest rates of road accidents in the world.

You're more likely to die in a motor vehicle accident in Iran than in Australia.

If you plan to drive:

• check you have enough insurance cover
• ensure you understand local traffic laws and practices
• don't drink and drive

Pedestrians should exercise extreme caution when crossing roads, as traffic can be very congested and road-users unpredictable or undisciplined.

Driving or riding

Motorcycles

Check if your travel insurance policy covers you for using a motorbike, quad bike or similar vehicle. 

Always wear a helmet.

Only use registered taxis and limousines. Book them through your hotel.

Public transport

Iran is serviced by extensive bus and rail options. Road conditions and road safety vary across the country. Rail services are more limited and slower.  Public transport  in the main cities is often very crowded.

The Gulf has many areas with security issues and territorial disputes. Authorities may inspect, detain and arrest vessels.  Foreigners navigating Iranian waters have been arrested and detained.

Piracy occurs in the Gulf.

Check the International Maritime Bureau's  piracy report .

The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) hasn't audited air safety authorities in Iran.

The EU has operational restrictions in place for some of Iran Air's fleet. The airline hasn't met the EU's international safety standards.

Ageing planes on many of Iran's domestic air services create serious safety concerns.

DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.

Check Iran's air safety profile with the Aviation Safety Network .

Emergencies

Depending on what you need, contact your:

• family and friends
• travel agent
• insurance provider

English speakers are generally not available.

Always get a police report when you report a crime.

Your insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.

Consular contacts

Read the Consular Services Charter for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.

For consular assistance, contact the Australian Embassy in Tehran.

Australian Embassy

No.11, Yekta Street Bahar Street, Shahid Fallahi Street Valie Asr Avenue Tehran, Iran

Phone: +98 21 7206 8666 Fax: +98 21 7206 8777 Website: iran.embassy.gov.au Facebook: Australia in Iran Instagram: @AustraliaInIran

The working week is from Sunday to Thursday, in accordance with local practice.

Check the Embassy website for details about opening hours and any temporary closures.

24-hour Consular Emergency Centre

In a consular emergency, if you can't contact an embassy, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on:

+61 2 6261 3305 from overseas

1300 555 135 in Australia

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A Complete Guide to Getting an Iran Tourist Visa in 2023

Visa in advance, visa on arrival, visa-free travel & free trade zones.

Traveling to Iran soon and need an Iran tourist visa ? I’m here to help you find your way through the whole process.  To have the visa process going smoothly, you should know about the ways to apply for an Iranian visa, the rules that exist for getting one, the places you can pick up your visa, and of course the cost of Iran visa. For getting an Iran visa, your first step would be to apply  for an e-visa in advance. What about visa-free travel to Iran or traveling to Iran free trade zones that don’t require a visa? Stay with me to find out all the details how to get an Iranian tourist visa .

*Note: This is a guide to get an Iranian tourist visa for all nationalities except for Americans, Canadians, and the British. You can find out more about the process of getting an Iran visa for these citizens, please check out the blog post we’ve dedicated to it.

How to Get an Iran Tourist Visa in Advance

Getting an Iran tourist visa in advance is a 2-step process. The first thing you need to do is get a visa application reference number (Iran visa reference number) and the second is to get the visa itself. But how can you get them?

A. Iran Visa Reference Number (Visa Application Reference Number)

To enter Iran, the first thing you need as a tourist is to get an Iran visa reference number from the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. After receiving the visa application reference number, you’ll have only one month to get your Iran tourist visa.  To make sure you have your reference number in time, apply for it at least 10 days before your trip (and even much earlier if you are an American, British or Canadian citizen ). You can receive this code in 2 different ways:

• Licensed Travel Agencies
• Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Website

1 . Getting a Visa Application Reference Number via a licensed travel agency

Want it to be hassle-free and uncomplicated? Then leave everything to our team at IranOnTour . Getting the Iran visa reference code through a licensed travel agency is much faster and because of the reliability they have, the chance to get rejected is lower. To get your Iran visa through us, complete the visa application form and we will contact you as soon as possible.

What you’ll need to apply for your visa:

• Your filled-out visa application form
• A copy of the first page of your passport
• Your passport photo or a photo that meets Iran visa photo requirements (check if your photo meets the standards at https://evisatraveller.mfa.ir/en/request/image_tools/)

After receiving your email, we’ll send a request to the Embassy of Foreign Affairs and wait for verification from them. Depending on your nationality, the verification process can take from 2 to 10 days. The process might be even longer and unpredictable for American, British, and Canadian citizens. But don’t worry! Because we’re here to save you all the trouble and get a visa for you. In a hurry? Contact us to get express services.

Important Notes for Iran Tourist Visa Application:

• An American , British , or Canadian citizen? You must also attach a detailed resumé of yourself.
• A Bangladeshi , Afghan , Pakistani , or Sri Lankan citizen? You can’t apply for an Iran tourist visa via travel agencies. You can only apply by going to an Iranian embassy/consulate in the country of your residence.
• Want us to get you a visa application reference number? Contact us for the fee.

2. How to Get Iran Visa Application Reference Number via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Website

If you’d like to get Iran visa reference number on your own, you should apply online through the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs at https://evisa.mfa.ir/en/ . After filling out the application form and sending the required documents, wait for your verification code in an email that will be sent to you. Yet, there is the possibility of rejection and a long delay. So, we recommend applying through a licensed travel agency.

B) Getting Iran Tourism Visa

After getting the Iran visa reference number, you just need to pick up your Iran tourist visa at one of these places:

1. Visa counters at Iranian International Airports and overland borders (Iran Visa on Arrival)

2. Embassies/consulates of the Islamic Republic of Iran in your own country

If you like to have your Iran tourist visa ready before your trip and pack for your trip with peace of mind, you’ll have to go to an Iranian consulate or embassy in your country and receive your visa. But since getting a visa from embassies and consulates might take longer, we recommend that you get it from the visa counters at Iranian International Airports. Why is that? Because some consulates might demand other requirements that might take you more time or confuse you. Plus, when you have your Iran visa reference number, it means that they’ve already approved your visa and you have nothing to worry about. All they need to do at the airport is to issue your visa.

Here are the requirements for getting your visa from an international airport or a consulate/embassy:

• Your passport
• Your Iran visa application reference number
• Your travel insurance card

Important Note : For getting an Iran tourist visa, you’ll need Iran travel insurance. Although there are travel insurance counters at International airports, we recommend that you get it in advance. Because insurance counters might be closed at night, or you may have to wait in a long queue. You can find out more at our Iran Travel Insurance blog.

List of Iranian Airports that Issue Iran Visa on arrival (VOA)

• I mam Khomeini International Airport
• Mehrabad International Airport
• Kish International Airport
• Qeshm Dayretan International Airport
• Chabahar International Airport
• Bushehr Airport
• Shiraz International Airport
• Tabriz International Airport
• Mashhad Hashemi Nejad International Airport

Iran Tourist Visa on Arrival, Imam Khomeini Airport (Tehrantimes.com)

Which Nationalities Can’t Get Iran Visa on Arrival (VOA) & Have to Get Their Visa from an Iranian Embassy/Consulate?

• Afghanistan
• If you have Iraqi nationality, you can only get a VOA at Mashhad International Airport.
• Visa on arrivals are only issued for tourists. So, if you need another type of Iranian visa, try the 2 other ways.

Visa-free Travel to Iran in 2023

According to some international agreements, citizens of some countries don’t need a visa to stay in Iran for a certain period. But keep in mind that these agreements are only valid if you enter Iran from the country of your nationality. If not, you’ll have to get a visa.

Here’s a list of all the nationalities that can travel to Iran visa-free and the maximum number of days they can stay:

• Turkish (90 days)
• Chinese (21 days)
• Hong Konger (21 days)
• Egyptian (20 days)
• Macau (21 days)
• Malaysian (15 days)
• Azerbaijani (30 days)
• Omani (30 days)
• Armenian (90 days)
• Georgian (45 days)
• Lebanese (30 days)
• Bolivian (30 days)
• Venezuelan (15 days)
• Syrian (90 days)

Iran Free Trade Zones

Iran operates a few free trade zones that don’t require a visa to enter. So, even if you don’t have an Iran tourist visa, you can stay up to 2 weeks in these regions. But if you decide to travel to other places in Iran from there, you’ll have to go to the office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the region and get a visa. These free trade zones are:

• Qeshm Island
• Kish Island
• Bandar Anzali
• Chabahar Port
• Arvand Trade Industrial Free Zone
• Aras Trade Industrial Free Zone
• Maku Trade Industrial Free Zone

American, Canadian, or British citizens have to have an approved guide beside them even during their trip to Iran’s free trade zones.

Kish Island, One of the Iran Visa-free Trade Zones (Tehrantimes.com)

Iran Visa Extension

If you are willing to extend your Iran tourist visa, it is much better to do it at least 3 days before your Iran visa is expired. The process of Iran visa extension is not so complicated. All you need to is going to an immigration and passport police office, and ask for your Iran Visa extension. The documents you’ll need for Iran visa extension are:

• Two passport photos
• Iran visa extension forms
• Copies of your passport and Iranian visa
• An entry stamp
• Visa extension fee (350/000 IRR + 50/000 for a folder and photocopies) (the payment should be in cash to a “Melli Bank” and the payment receipt will be needed for your visa extension)

Please be noted that for ladies, the photos should be with hijab. Also, the process of visa extension may seem a little complicated without assistance from your tour guide or a local companion; so it is much better to extend your Iran visa with a tour guide, or a reliable local assistance who speaks your language and can function as your interpreter.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Can i get iran visa online.

Of course! This is actually the first step of the way. You can either apply for an Iranian tourist visa through the Iranian government’s e-visa website, or do it through a travel agency. The thing is that doing it directly through the e-visa website will probably take a longer time that doing it through a reliable agency. The risk of getting rejected will also be lower by application through an agency. The cost for visa application varies, but if you are traveling with us and you have a nationality except for American, British or Canadian, we offer you free visa application. A certain fee is added for the visa application for these specific nationalities.

What do I do after I receive my Iran visa grant notice?

After you receive a visa grant notice (or reference code) from the evisa or the agency, you are ready to go! Most nationalities can either get their visa at an Iranian International Airport on arrival or pick it up from an Iranian consulate/embassy at their country. But for some nationalities, only the second choice is possible. To find out if you are among these nationalities, you can read my Comprehensive Guide to Getting an Iran Visa.

How much should I pay for getting an Iran tourist visa?

For getting an Iran tourist visa at the airport, you’ll have to pay a fee in Euros and in cash. Iran visa fees are different for different nationalities (ranging between 10 to 150 Euros). You can’t use international debit cards and credit cards in Iran. So, you need to have cash for payments.

This fee does not include the fee you pay a travel agency for receiving a visa application reference code.

How long is an Iran tourist visa valid?

Your single-entry Iran tourist visa will be valid for 3 months from the issue date. Generally, the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issues visas for 15-day, 30-day, 60-day or 90-day stays. So, don’t apply for a visa before your travel plans are fixed.

How do I extend my Iran tourist visa?

If you like to stay in Iran more that your visa allows you, you’ll need to go to an Immigration and Passport Police Office in one of Iran’s major cities and extend your visa. The process might take from one to a few days. Your visa extension depends on your visa validity. So, if you have a 30-day visa, you can extend it for another 30 days. And if you have a 15-day visa, you can extend it for another 15 days. You can extend your visa to a maximum of 90 days. For extending your visa, you’ll have to go through a series of paperwork; a process that a travel agency can save you from.

Is Iran travel insurance mandatory?

For receiving an Iran tourist visa, covering yourself under travel insurance is a must. You can do it at an insurance counter at an Iranian international airport, get international insurance that covers Iran or ask us to get you an Iranian insurance card. At an Iranian International Airport, you’ll have to pay the insurance fee in cash. But we suggest covering yourself under Iranian insurance before your trip. The reason is that it might take a lot of your time, or that you might arrive at night when visa counters are closed. Plus, international insurances cost way more. Find out more at our Iran Travel Insurance blog.

Why apply for a visa in advance?

Because when you get your visa in advance, your entry to Iran is guaranteed. Plus, you can’t get a VOA if you are entering Iran overland. What else? Getting a VOA at the airport might take a lot of time or you might even be rejected and sent back to your country.

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• Stress-free travel to Iran
• Lower chance of getting rejected
• Skipping the line of VOA and the paperwork of consulates
• Receiving your verification code faster
• Getting express services if you are in a hurry

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Iran Tourism: Visa for Australians (Iran VOA)

Iran’s popularity as a tourist destination is no mystery to anyone. Of course, this popularity is not as vast as its depth, but it says a lot about Iran tourism that most people who visit this country come back for a second and third visit.

The greatest of everything is frequently found in the most unexpected places. Whether you’re looking for the best Iran tours of the greatest destinations to visit in 2022 or not, you’ll most likely discover the answer to your question in the most unexpected locations. Iran’s unknown routes, hidden secrets, and unsolved mysteries have all contributed to the growing popularity of Iran tourism in the world.

Best Iran Tours

Iran is a thriving nation with beautiful scenery and diverse culture, and that’s why so hard to choose the best Iran tours ! Take cheerful and unique events found exclusively within Persia’s boundaries, such as the Yalda night party. Or perhaps Persian impactful cultural traditions, such as the Nowruz event!

Traveling has more value than simply taking a vacation because it is the best method to experience the authentic culture of people whom you have never met and may not ever meet again. This makes the Persian traditions and customs a great part of the country’s identity.

Iran tourism is greatly influenced by these national traditions, the ones tourists can’t seem to stop talking about after experiencing. Each region of Iran offers something to astonish onlookers, and a local tradition to make the region stand out. This exceptionality is only revealed after tourists pack their bags and embark on a journey to Iran with one of the best Iran tours.

The dreamy Iran tour is only a couple of steps away from you, and it may surprise you to learn that Australian travelers are among the biggest enthusiasts of these tours. In fact, Australian passport holders who want to get a taste of Iran tourism can travel to this country with the least amount of trouble. But first, the most important thing Australians must plan for before traveling to Iran is Iran Visa.

Iran Visa Australia

the process of acquiring Iran visa for Australians can be overwhelming, and you may or may not have questions regarding acquiring your Iran visa as an Australian citizen. Questions like:

• “How long would it take for my Iran visa grant notice to arrive?”
• ” What is the cost of an Iranian visa for an Australian citizen?”
• “Is it possible for Australians to obtain an Iran visa during the COVID outbreak?”

You can of course find sufficient answers for all your questions, but the first step in getting to touch the authentic side of Iran tourism is learning HOW you can get your visa.

Australian citizens can obtain their Iran visas in 3 different ways. Australian passport holders can always get their Iran visa from the Iranian embassy in Canberra, but the easiest way for them is to get an Iran visa on arrival. Australian passport holders are among those who don’t have to get their Iran visa in advance and can easily obtain their visa at the airport.

To save time and skip all the paperwork you can apply for your Iran visa through an accredited travel agency and get your visa in less than 72 hours. Still, it would do you well to learn the basic principles of getting an Iran visa on arrival (VOA).

Iran Visa on Arrival

Getting an Iran visa on arrival (Iran VOA) is one of the most straightforward ways of obtaining a visa and traveling to Iran. Citizens of qualifying countries, like Australia, can apply for an Iran visa on arrival at one of the country’s international airports.

They can also get their visa at an Iran embassy or consulate general in their preferred state. Iran visa on arrival prices vary by nationality and visa type. Depending on how you apply for your Iran VOA, you may be required to supply additional papers, too.

Citizens of most countries can obtain an Iran visa on arrival without issue, and get a taste of Iran tourism at their own pace. You can reach the officials who normally stand outside the passport checking stations in the queue of entry into Iran’s territory. You’ll be questioned about your nationality and whether or not you already have a visa or not. In the case of VOA, you must fill out an application form, which you are advised to find and fill online for your convenience.

The matter of visa is one of much complexity on the surface but, really, it’s much simpler than it seems. The perfect trip to Iran is only a few steps away from you! Not only you can get your visa without hardships and tour Iran in your own style, but you can also do this with prices much more convenient compared to other destinations.

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Published by elmira on june 12, 2019 june 12, 2019, travel to iran from australia | iran travel advice for australian.

Every year, Iran attracts around 5 million tourists from around the world. Australians make up a considerable share of the western tourists to Iran. A full guide, hence, is dedicated to tourists who wish to travel to Iran from Australia.

1) Is Iran Safe for Australian Citizens?

2) Iran Visa for Australian Citizens

3) Iran Tours Packages from Australia

#1 Can Australians Travel to Iran Easily?

Yes, Australian citizens can freely travel to/in Iran however they wish to: on organized tours, solo or backpacking.

When you travel to Iran from Australia, you do not have to be escorted by a tour guide, as the only nationalities who are obligated to be on escorted tours are UK, USA and Canadian citizens.

#2 Is Obtaining Iran Visa for Australians Easy?

Yes, Australian citizens can apply for and obtain Iran Visa without any restrictions . The only case which leads to visa refusal is proof of prior travel to Israel. Otherwise, Iran visa refusal rate is significantly low.

#3 How Can Australian Citizens Apply for Iran Tourist Visa?

You have both options of applying through the Iranian Embassy in Canberra and Visa on Arrival at international airports of Iran. The visa is issued for a maximum stay of 30 days , which is extendable during your stay in Iran.

• Iranian Embassy in Canberra: You need to first apply online  for an E-visa via website of Iran Ministry of Foreign Affairs and receive your Iran Visa Grant Notice. Then you mail the requested documents to Iran Embassy Canberra . Normal processing time for application via the Iranian Embassy is 14 days (fee: AUD 160), and urgent applications are processed in 3 days (fee: AUD 240)
• Iran Visa on Arrival:   It can take from less than an hour to 2-3 hours at the Iranian international airports at a fee of € 145. (If you have already received your Iran Visa Grant Notice, your waiting time can become less).

Th Iran Visa Grant Notice is a letter of approval of your application by the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which you can receive within about 48 hours after.

#4 Is Iran Safe for Australian Citizens?

Yes. Regardless of your nationality, Iran is among the safest destinations in the world, according to the 2019 Travel Risk Map. Contrary to all the negativity by the media, Iran is a peaceful country with the most hospitable people you may ever meet. This is a comment made by the numerous tourists of all nationalities who have been to Iran.

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When in Iran, you only need to take the same precautions you normally do when traveling to any foreign country. Crime rates, social unrest, terrorist attacks or natural disasters are not what you should worry about, when in Iran. What’s more, here you will be treated with nothing less than courtesy, excitement and warm greetings among Iranians, as long as you abide by the cultural values of the society.

#5 How to Dress When You Travel to Iran from Australia

Please note that in Iran, adults are obligated to dress mostly. Women are obligated to cover their hair and full body, and tourist are no exception.

Ladies need to wear loose tops covering their arms and upper body, long loose pants or skirts and wear headscarves.

Men are strongly recommended to not wear sleeveless shirts or shorts.

What matters is that you be patient with this obligation and respect the conservative culture of the communities you will meet. This is not to say that Iranians do not dress stylish, but to the contrary, Iranians, especially the young are highly attentive to their style. Yet, it is strongly advised to conform to the more traditional communities in some cities of Iran.

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#6 Can Australian Citizens Use Visa or Master Card?

Please be advised that due to sanctions on Iranian banks, you cannot use any type of international credit cards in Iran.

So, when you travel to Iran from Australia, you need to have your entire travel budget in CASH US dollars or Euros. There are numerous exchange houses in every city, where you can change your bank notes to Iranian Rials.

What can confuse some tourists is that Iran has 2 currencies. The official one is Iranian Rial and the Iranian bank notes are in Rials. However, the popular currency is Toman.

1 Toman equals 10 Rials .

Learn more : Currency Exchange in Iran

So whenever paying for food, transport, or shopping, make sure which currency is stated: Tomans (T) or Rials (R).

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#6 How About Your Political or Religious Views?

Iran is an Islamic Republic. The state religion is Islam and the absolute majority of Iranians are Shi’ite Moslems. However, religious minorities of Christian, Jewish and Zoroastrian too cohabit peacefully alongside one another.

While in Iran, you can freely but respectfully inquire about religious beliefs of Iranians, yet you are advised to not engage in contentious disputes if you do not agree with the common belief. Many Iranians, especially the young, are open minded and are fond of such subjects, yet while in the conservative communities, please refrain from sharp negative comments.

When it comes to politics, Iranian government does not look lightly on political moves directed against it. So, when in Iran, please keep away from political movements, yet you can freely converse about the political system with Iranians, should you be keen on the subject.

In short, when in Iran, know your audience , and be curious but tolerant and respectful of the religious/cultural/political ambiance of the hosting society.

#7 You Cannot Drink Alcohol or Eat Pork in Iran

When you travel to Iran from Australia, please note that alcoholic drinks and pork are forbidden by law. Yet, you can delight in the delicious Persian cuisine, as part of your quest in Iran. The widely different food culture from Australia or any western country, is a chance for you to learn more about the traditional culture of Iranians.

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#8 When Is The Best Time to Travel to Iran from Australia?

Iran, generally semi -arid, is a 4-season country thanks to its varied climate. Yet, the high season is Spring and Fall (March to May and mid-September to November) for the weather is pleasantly mild across the country. That is why, most trips to Iran from Australia are organized during this time by Iran tour operators.

Take a look at our Iran Travel Packages

Depending on what landscape you wish to experience, you can choose different seasons. Iranian deserts are coolest during fall and winter, while the mountainous regions are warmest during spring and summer. The coast and islands of the Persian Gulf, which by the way are unmissable, are coolest from mid-Fall to Winter.

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• Nowruz (Persian New Year) Holidays are the peak of domestic travel in Iran (March 20 th to May 02 nd ).
• Traveling to Iran during the month of Ramadan can affect the quality of your tour, depending on your preferences. Learn more about Ramadan in Iran

As an Australian, you have the option of traveling to Iran independently, on private tours to Iran, or on large to small group tours to Iran.

#9 Further Questions?

We have tried to include all the generally asked questions in this post and related links. Yet, should you have any inquiries, do not hesitate to leave us a comment!

I had never loved my country more before I serendipitously found myself in tourism and took a sharp turn from my soulless job to give in to the magic of my home, Iran!

Ellie · January 17, 2019 at 5:45 pm

I am planning to come to Iran next spring. I always liked the idea but was hesitant. But hearing my friends’ experience, I felt more positive about it. And nice job you guys! Reading your post, it felt realistic

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IRAN VISA NEWS UPDATE: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has announced that all travel bans have been removed. As a result, travellers can now apply for an Iran visa in order to visit the country! Learn more about the newest travel requirements and restrictions in Iran by reading Artin Travel’s Iran visa news.

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The Iran visa Australia process can get a little intimidating, and naturally you may (will definitely) have questions about obtaining your visa as an Australian passport holder. Questions like:

How long will it take to get my Iran visa? How much is Iran visa fee for Australians? Is getting an Iran visa, Australia possible during the COVID outbreak?

I you feel more comfortable to ask all your questions instantly, we are here to help you. However, reading this article will make you find out all of them. You will soon learn about:

• How to get your Iran Visa as an Australian?
• The necessary documents
• VOA for Australians
• Iran visa fees for Australians
• What Iran visa type Fits you
• The possibility of getting an Iran visa during the COVID outbreak

Australian citizens can obtain their Iran visa in 3 different ways . Australian passport holders don’t have to get their Iran visa in advance and can easily obtain their visa upon arrival. However, you can always get your Iran visa from the Iranian embassy in Canberra. To save time and skip all the paperwork you can apply for your Iran visa through an accredited travel agency and get your visa in less than 72 hours. By reading our “Iran visa Australia guide” you will learn details of Iran visa fee for Australians + the necessary documents + step by step applying guide.

How to get your Iran Visa as an Australian passport holder?

Step 1: You will need to have the necessary documents to get your visa. You will find the list in this article.

• Your passport needs to be valid for as long as six months after your date of entry. This may seem like an inconvenience at first; this 6-months validity rule will come to your help in case of any emergencies.
• If you are a dual-citizen of Australia, and Iran is your birth country, you will need to carry an Iranian passport with you. This way, you simply won’t need a visa anymore! Respectively, any additional or security questions about the purpose of your stay as well as the need to extend your Iran Visa Australia is eliminated.

Step 2: After submitting your information and filling out your  visa form , you will need to verify your e-mail address. If you do not get a verification code or, do not verify your e-mail by three days; your visa request form will be expired.

• After successfully verifying your e-mail address, you will receive a barcode and a tracking code. Using this, you can track your application status during the time of your wait.
• You will usually have to wait for 7 -10 business days to get the results of your Iran visa application by e-mail.

Step 3: at this stage of the Iran visa process your form will either be rejected by the MFA, or it will be approved and a VISA AUTHORIZATION CODE (Visa Grant Notification letter) is going to be sent to you by e-mail. This means that your Iran E-visa is almost ready!

Note: Before continuing to the next step, you will need to decide where exactly you want to collect your visa from, as you will have to answer this question when completing the online Iran visa Australia application form. If you wish to collect your visa from the Iranian embassy in Australia, then you have to send your documents directly to the embassy. Be sure to check the latest regulations on the  official website of the Iran consulate in Canberra.

Do Australian need visa for Iran?

Australians travelling to Iran can also obtain a  tourist visa on arrival  which lasts for a maximum stay of 30 days. … The visa can be applied for at the Passport and Visas Office at Iranian international airports.

  If you choose to keep your VISA AUTHORIZATION LETTER until your flight lands in Iran, you will have to go through the Visa On Arrival process (VOA). Keep in mind that going through this process is only possible for   TOURISTS.

Iran Visa On Arrival for Australians (VOA for Australians)

After receiving your Visa Grant Notice, you can buy your flight ticket to Iran with your mind at ease. After arriving at the airport, you can easily find the visa on arrival desk and hand in your documents:

• Your Iran visa application form
• Your place of residence info (either an invitation form from a native Iranian, or your hotel documents)
• A hard copy of your VISA AUTHORIZATION LETTER
• Your passport (for identification purposes)

You will also be asked to pay the Iran visa fee for Australians at the very same counter. After that, a stamped, hard copy visa will be handed to you and you can be on your way to finding your hotel or just hit the road by the car rented at Artin travel!

you can also choose to collect your visa from one of the international Iranian airports

If you are among those who value their time, and the efficiency of their visa application process you can forgo the hassles of applying for your Iran visa yourself and let us do it for you: in only 3 days!

• Your waiting time will be cut down to less than half from 2 weeks to 3 days!
• Your chances of rejection will be lowered by 20 percent because a legalized and credible agency inside Iran is carrying out your Visa process.
• You can avoid costly mistakes that can lead to your visa refusal due to   poor documentation .

The necessary documents to get your visa 

In order to get your visa, you need to have certain documents at hand. Most of the information you need to fill out your visa application form is personal information and facts about yourself. Aside from that, these are the documents you need to provide if you want to get your Iran visa for Australians successfully. The list includes:

• A scanned copy of the first page of your passport
• A passport-sized photo (learn about Iran visa photography specifications here)
• All travelers arriving in Iran by air must hold a valid health certificate to enter the country. This certificate is issued by the health authorities of your home country, Australia
• Copy of valid accident and health insurance during your stay in Iran
• Visa fees for Australians

These documents remain the same for both Iran tourist visa and Iran pilgrimage visa.

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IRAN VISA FEES FOR AUSTRALIANS

The most recent update on Iran visa fees for Australian travelers’ state:

• All fees are based on Australian Dollar (AUD)
• The Urgent Iran visa Australia issuance takes about 3 business days’

Tip: if you are traveling with a non-Australian friend, you may want to know that getting a visa upon arrival is not an option for everyone . Only tourists from certain countries’ citizens, like Australia, can apply for their visa in Iran. The list of the countries that are eligible to get a VOA are long and tedious, and we will apt for the list of the countries that can NOT get their Iran visa upon arrival:

Can an Australian travel to Iran?

We  advise Australians not to travel to Iran . If you’re in Iran, leave while commercial options are available. There’s a curfew from 10pm to 3am. Breach of the curfew will result in a fine.

Can Every Australian Get Iran Airport Visa?

The following conditions must be met in order to obtain an airport visa:

• Travelers are not allowed to work or study throughout their stay.
• A confirmed return flight, a valid passport (valid for at least 6 months), and a photo must be attached to the application form.
• Candidates must provide one of the following: the location’s address and phone number, an invitation letter, or a hotel reservation confirmation for the duration of their visit.
• Valid travel insurance for Iran is required.

Types of Iran Visa for Australians 

Some Australian travelers intend to visit Iran to get medical treatment in one of the authorized treatment centers in Iran, and some are just looking for an opportunity to marvel at the cultural and natural beauties of Iran. Why you are traveling to Iran determines the type of Iran visa Australia form you need to obtain before your flight lands on Iran’s soil!

Iran tourist visa for Australians 

According to the official website of Iran electronic visa, every Australian who wants to visit Iran as a tourist, or has any Iranian relatives inside Iran can obtain a tourist visa. Any traveler holding an Iran tourist visa can stay in Iran for up to 30 days and no longer than that. Iran visa for Australians can also be obtained upon arrival.

Iran pilgrimage visa for Australians 

As a country with numerous beautiful spiritual and religious sites, many Muslim travelers visit Iran to visit these holy sites. If you fall into this category, then an Iran pilgrimage visa is the right choice for you. Any Muslim Australian traveler who wants to explore these glorious holy sites is qualified to get their pilgrimage Iran visa Australia on arrival or from the embassy!

Iran treatment visa for Australians

Any Australian who has been admitted for treatment in one of the accredited treatment centers and hospitals in Iran should get a treatment visa. Anyone who is in need of physical treatment in Iran can apply for this visa.

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IS GETTING AN IRAN VISA, AUSTRALIA POSSIBLE DURING THE COVID OUTBREAK?

Yes, it is!

According to the newest Iran visa news, the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that all travel bans to the country have been abolished. Tourists can now apply for an Iran visa to visit the country by completing the Artin Travel Iran visa application.

After the government’s huge immunization effort resulted in a significant reduction in the number of Corona-related deaths in Iran, the authorities made this decision. Don’t forget to read our Iran visa guide and in case you had any questions left, don’t hesitate to contact us .

Traveling to Iran from Australia During COVID 19

The Iranian government has taken bold steps to restore and reactivate tourism while safeguarding local businesses. Many countries are also working on strategies to create a more robust tourism industry in the aftermath of COVID-19. Iran for example is currently developing vaccines in collaboration with three countries: Cuba, Russia, and Australia, which should be available by September this year.

Although Iran continues to work on mass-producing local vaccines, many international vaccines have already been imported, with more on the way. A new shipment of the vaccine, containing 1.5 million doses, is the latest vaccine shipment that has arrived in Iran, according to an official from the Iranian health ministry. Things are looking good for the tourism industry, and you may very soon be able to book your favorite Iran tour package again !

Iran Visa News: COVID Update

After South African health officials announced the discovery of the Omicron type of the coronavirus in late November, the dominoes began to fall quickly. Yes, you can still travel, but you’ll need to provide your vaccination card and a negative COVID test. Documentation of recovery from Covid-19 within the last 90 days is also accepted. Also, keep in mind that all vaccinated travelers are obliged to test three days prior to departure.

To learn everything about the new visa rules and requirements, check out our Iran Visa News blog post!

Iran Visa Australia FAQ

Does australia have an embassy in iran.

Yes. The address is No. 11, Yekta Street, Bahar Street, Shahid Fallahi Street, Valie Asr Avenue.

How much is Iran visa fee for Australians?

Getting a normal Iran tourist visa for Australians costs 173 AUD.

Do Australians need visa for Iran?

Yes. There are regions in Iran Australian passport holders can travel to VISA FREE but other than these regions, you will need to obtain your Iran visa for Australians to enter this country.

Is Iran safe for Australian Tourists?

Absolutely. Travelers from Australia AND all around the world can travel to Iran with their minds at ease. Iran is a safe travel destination for everyone, including women.

What do I do if my Iran visa application gets rejected?

You need not worry, as you can apply again through a travel agency in Iran to increase your chances of getting your visa approval letter.

Why was my Iran visa rejected?

There are a number of reasons your Iran visa may get rejected for. Illegitimate letter of reference, lacking documents, and false information are some of these reasons.

Does Iran have an embassy in Australia?

Yes. The address is 25 Culgoa Circuit, O’Malley ACT 2606, Canberra.

Is it safe for Australians to travel to Iran?

Yes! Iran is, as described by tourists and travelers from all around the world, among the safest travel destinations for Australians.

Can Australians apply for Iran Visa online?

Yes. Applying online is among the number of different ways Australians can get their Iran visa.

Is there any possibility of rejection for my Iran Visa?

Although the chances of your visa application getting rejected are not that much, they still do exist. Generally speaking, the chances of applicants getting rejected in any step of the Iran visa process is 20% more than the chances of a legal and certified travel agency applying for you.

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Damien Guerot, who fought off Bondi Junction attacker with bollard, can stay in Australia, PM says

The prime minister has declared the French man dubbed 'bollard man' who "bravely" confronted Joel Cauchi during a stabbing rampage at Bondi Junction can stay in Australia as long as he wants.

A video widely circulated on social media showed Damien Guerot holding a shopping centre bollard up to try and stop the knife-wielding Cauchi in his tracks on Saturday afternoon.

He then chased behind NSW Police Inspector Amy Scott, who shot the attacker dead, holding a chair as a potential weapon.

During an interview, Mr Guerot told Channel Seven he is on a work visa which is due to expire in a couple of months.

Mr Albanese said earlier on Tuesday that Mr Guerot was welcome to stay in Australia.

"I say this to Damien Guerot, who is dealing with his visa applications, that you are welcome here," Anthony Albanese said.

"You are welcome to stay for as long as you like."

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton said he supports the prime minister's "generous offer".

"He embodies the Anzac spirit, and we would want people of that character in our country," Mr Dutton said.

A petition was set up by a member of the public calling for him to be granted an Australian citizenship, describing his actions as a "true act of Australianism".

"It says a lot about the nature of humanity at a time when we are facing difficult issues that someone who's not a citizen of this country stood bravely at the top of those escalators and stopped this perpetrator from getting onto another floor and potentially inflicting further carnage," Mr Albanese said.

In a statement, Minister for Immigration Andrew Giles said Mr Guerot's "extraordinary bravery is an example of the character we all want to see in our society".

"I am aware of Mr Guerot's case and have asked my department to look into visa options for him," he said.

"We thank Mr Guerot as well as other members of the public, our heroic police officers and first responders who have helped protect others from danger."

During the attack, six people were murdered and a dozen more were badly injured.

Six patients remain in hospital, including a nine-month-old girl.

Thousands of people ran for their lives or hid in shops and fire exits.

Mr Guerot, a construction worker who was on his way to the gym, ran towards the danger.

In vision of the incident he can be seen holding the bollard to protect himself from Cauchi and trying to throw it at him to bring an end to the attack.

Riess Tudela watched it happen from above.

"I saw an extremely brave gentleman trying to fend this man off the escalators, and he's just an absolute hero," Mr Tudela told 7.30.

Mr Guerot told Channel Seven he and his friend Silas Despreaux were acting on adrenaline.

"I don't know, we just [thought] we needed [to do] something to catch him," Mr Guerot said.

"You cannot think in that moment, it's [just] adrenaline."

He recalled "[the attacker's] eyes were like empty eyes … he wasn't there".

Mr Guerot said he could not be held up for long and praised the actions of Inspector Scott who ran after the attacker and told him to drop the knife.

When he lunged at her she fired three shots, killing him.

Mr Albanese thanked Mr Guerot for his "extraordinary bravery".

He went as far as saying he is the type of person he would welcome as an Australian citizen but admitted "that would of course be a loss for France".

"On Saturday we saw some of the best of human character at the same time we saw such devastating tragedy," Mr Albanese said.

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A Frenchman who tried to stop a deadly stabbing rampage at a Sydney mall has been promised an Australian visa.

Damien Guerot was labelled a hero after footage of him confronting knifeman Joel Cauchi with a bollard during Saturday's attack went viral.

Joel Cauchi killed six people and injured 12 others before he was shot dead by a police officer.

The attack in Bondi, which police say seems to have targeted women, has horrified the nation.

Amid the outpouring of grief around the country this week, there has also been a push to secure Mr Geurot - whose visa reportedly expires in a month - the right to stay in the country.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has said he will make sure Mr Guerot - who has been dubbed by some as "Bollard Man" - has no issue renewing his visa.

"I say this to Damian... you are welcome to stay for as long as you like," he said in a press conference on Tuesday.

"This is someone who we would welcome becoming an Australian citizen, although that would of course be a loss for France. We thank him for his extraordinary bravery."

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The scene of Mr Guerot in a white T-shirt confronting Cauchi on an escalator has been broadcast around the globe. The video shows him wielding a plastic pole to ward him off.

Mr Guerot says he and a friend, Silas Despreaux, both construction workers, had just launched into action without thinking - acting on pure adrenalin.

"We just saw him coming... we were thinking, 'We need to try to stop him'," Mr Guerot said in an interview with Australian TV network Channel Seven on Sunday.

Cauchi then turned and fled back down the escalator, with the pair in hot pursuit.

"We tried to maybe throw the bollard to him but we couldn't [get him]," Mr Guerot said.

Grabbing a chair, he sprinted after Cauchi on the next level down. At that point, a police officer was also on Cauchi's tail, and the men directed Inspector Amy Scott to her target. As he lunged at her with the knife, she shot him dead.

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Police are now investigating how and why Cauchi, who is from the state of Queensland, committed such violence.

He had lived itinerantly for several years and was first diagnosed with a mental illness at 17, Queensland Police have said.

New South Wales Police on Monday said it seems "obvious" that he targeted women, who make up five of the six people killed.

The attack - at one of the country's biggest and most popular shopping centres - has shocked Australia, where mass killings are rare.

Flags across the nation have been lowered, the sails of the Opera house lit up in a tribute to the victims, and crowds of mourners have flocked to Bondi Junction to leaving flowers, teddy bears and cards.

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Israel urges Australia to take tougher stance on Iran after missile and drone attack

Deputy ambassador says Israel may ask Albanese government to designate Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps a terrorist organisation

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The Israeli government may push Australia to designate Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps a terrorist organisation, with the country’s ambassador in Canberra calling for “extreme measures” in response to Tehran’s missile and drone attacks over the weekend.

Israeli diplomats want the Albanese government to consider diplomatic measures and sanctions against Iran and any entities involved in training, financing or supplying the IRGC. Embassy officials in Canberra claimed Iran’s attack on Israel , which failed to cause major damage, was “unprecedented” and risked a “wide-scale regional conflict”.

Iran’s strikes came after it accused Israel of bombing Tehran’s embassy in Damascus, Syria, two weeks ago. Tehran has warned it will strike again with greater force if Israel or the US retaliate for the weekend’s strikes.

In a briefing to journalists on Monday, Israel’s deputy ambassador to Australia, Chris Cantor, said his country’s government may urge the Albanese government to level further sanctions on Iran . Embassy officials claimed about 170 drones, 120 ballistic missiles and 30 cruise missiles had targeted Israel, launched from Iran as well as sites in Iraq, Lebanon and Yemen.

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Israel, with the help of key western allies including the US, UK as well as Jordan, claimed to have intercepted 99% of the launches, but added that some ballistic missiles had reached Israel, damaging the Nevatim airbase in the south of the country, which remained operational.

In Monday’s briefing in Canberra, Cantor would not say whether Israel may make further military response to the strikes, but said: “Israel keeps its right to self-defence.”

Asked what further response Israel may seek from allies, Cantor suggested that could include asking governments to designate the IRGC, part of Iran’s armed forces, as a terrorist entity. He said the aim should be to “minimise the Iranian threat”, noting the nation’s longtime opposition to Israel.

“We believe this [Iran’s strikes] should be followed by extreme measures from members of the international community,” he said.

Cantor went on to say such measures should include sanctions and diplomatic measures to limit Iranian and IRGC activity, including targeting of Iranian entities assisting the IRGC.

The US designated the IRGC several years ago, with the UK and European Union considering the question. Israel’s ambassador to Canada reportedly asked the Trudeau government to consider IRGC designation over the weekend.

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Cantor said any request to Australia hadn’t been officially made yet, but the prime minister, Anthony Albanese, has already appeared to rule out any diplomatic sanctions on Iran.

“These things always need to be considered. That is always the first thing that occurs is people say, ‘will you expel diplomats?’ What that does is, though, limit and restrict your capacity to then have influence and to engage with them,” Albanese told Radio National on Monday.

“I know that it’s always something that’s put forward at a time like this. We have made it very clear what our position is on the Iranian actions and have condemned it. We’ll continue to engage with our international partners as well, but we urge Iran to cease being, playing a rogue state role in the region and disrupting.”

Albanese went on to dismiss “any of Iran’s so-called justifications here”, calling the weekend strikes “an aggressive act of hundreds of drones and missiles which would have, had that been more successful, had a devastating impact on the Israeli population.”

“We do not want to see escalation. What we do is we condemn Iran’s actions in the strongest possible terms.”

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UAE airlines resume services to Iran

Carriers flydubai, Emirates confirm services are back on track

Dubai: Iran lifted a suspension on domestic and international flights from its capital early Monday, the semi-official Tasnim news agency has reported.

The country had imposed restrictions on flights in its airspace over the weekend due to fears of a possible Israeli reprisal following its attacks on Saturday.

Imam Khomeini International Airport and Mehrabad International Airport resumed operations in Tehran, Iran, citing the Civil Aviation Organisation of Iran.

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It was reported that the two mentioned airports started to operate flights on April 15 at 6:00am local time.

Dubai carrier flydubai, which operates multiple daily flights to destinations in Iran, including Tehran, Bandar Abbas, Esfahan, Lar, Mashhad, Shiraz, and Tirana, has resumed operations.

A flydubai spokesperson told Gulf News , “flydubai flights are operating to schedule following the opening of airspaces in the region. We are in direct contact with our passengers whose travel plans have been affected.”

As of Monday, April 15, there have been no cancellations or reroutes. However, passengers will have to wait until Wednesday, April 17, to book fresh tickets to many Iranian destinations, as flights for the next two days are operating at capacity.

There are no further cancellations to Beirut, Jordan, Tel Aviv, or Iraq.

Emirates Airlines, which had cancelled some of its fights and rerouted others due to temporary airspace closures in the region, resumed scheduled operations to and from Jordan, Lebanon, and Iraq on Sunday afternoon, a spokesperson said. Economy air tickets to Tehran on Emirates are available after April 17.

Qatar Airways also resumed its scheduled services to Iran, which include 20 weekly flights to four gateways - Tehran, Mashhad, Shiraz and Isfahan.

"The safety and security of our passengers remains our top priority," the airline said in a statement. Meanwhile, Etihad Airways was planning to operate scheduled passenger and cargo services between Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv, Amman and Beirut starting from Monday. UAE’s flag carrier does not have direct operations in Iran.

The airline said in a statement, "Etihad Airways flights only operate through approved airspace and safety is always our highest priority. Etihad would never operate a flight unless it was safe to do so, and the airline is continuously monitoring security and airspace updates."

Etihad warned that as services return to normal after the temporary closure of airspace across parts of the Middle East, "there may still be a risk of some knock-on disruption across Monday 15".

Abu Dhabi-headquarted Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has also resumed normal operation following the temporary closure of a number of air spaces in the region. "The airline is closely monitoring the situation with relevant authorities. The safety and security of our passengers and crew remains our number one priority," the airline told Gulf News. 

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Brazil again extends visa exemptions for US, Canada and Australia, this time until 2025

FILE - A tourist takes a selfie with the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Nov. 25, 2017. Brazil’s government has postponed until April 2025 tourist visa exemptions for citizens of the U.S., Australia, and Canada that had been scheduled to end on Wednesday, according to a decree published in the nation’s official gazette. (AP Photo/Bruna Prado, File)

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RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Brazil’s government extended exemptions to tourist visa requirements for citizens of the U.S., Australia and Canada until April 2025, extending a program aimed at boosting tourism that had been scheduled to end Wednesday.

The decision, issued by Brazilian presidency and the Ministry of Foreign Relations late Tuesday, marks the third time Brazil has delayed the visa requirement since President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva took office in 2023.

His predecessor, Jair Bolsonaro, exempted the countries from visas as a means to boost tourism — although all three countries continued to demand visas from Brazilians.

That went against the South American country’s tradition of requiring visas from travelers based on the principle of reciprocity and equal treatment, and prompted Lula’s Foreign Ministry to say it would scrap the exemptions.

“Brazil does not grant unilateral exemption from visiting visas, without reciprocity, to other countries,” the ministry said at the time, while noting that the government stood ready to negotiate visa waiver agreements on a reciprocal basis. It did reach a deal with Japan to ease travel provisions.

The decision to maintain exemptions for the three countries is important for boosting tourism in Brazil, notably from the U.S., Brazil’s official tourism board Embratur said in a statement Tuesday.

Official data shows that nearly 670,000 Americans visited Brazil in 2023, making the U.S. the second largest country of origin after neighboring Argentina.

The government initially postponed the reinstatement of the visa requirement in October, then again in January. At the time, the government said it was still finalizing a new visa system and wanted to avoid implementing it close to the high season, mainly during the New Year’s celebrations and Carnival festivities in February, which attract tens of thousands of tourists.

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