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Do Indian citizens need a visa for Iran?

Indian citizens need an e-Visa to enter Iran — apply online before travelling.

e-Visa required

Indian citizens need an e-Visa to enter Iran — apply online before travelling.

Last verified: 2026-07-16 · Source: official government page

At a glance

Visa type	Visa on Arrival / e-Visa (tourism)
Maximum stay	30 days, extendable
Processing time	On arrival (VOA) or 2–5 days (e-Visa)
Application fee	€75 (VOA) / approx. €60 (e-Visa)
Passport validity required	Valid 6+ months
Where to apply	Tehran IKA airport, Mashhad, Isfahan, Shiraz — or e-Visa at e-visa.mfa.ir
Apply up to	e-Visa: at least 2 weeks before travel

How to apply, step by step

e-Visa: apply at e-visa.mfa.ir.
Have travel insurance valid in Iran.
On arrival: present passport + cash for VOA.
Receive 30-day visa stamp.

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Document checklist

Indian passport (6+ months)
Travel insurance valid in Iran
Return ticket
Hotel bookings
Photo

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Frequently asked questions

Sanctions issues?

Iranian payments are sanctioned. Bring cash (Euros) — international credit cards do not work in Iran.

What happens if I overstay?

Fines, possible re-entry bans, and complications for future applications.

About this page

Cross-checked against the official government source linked above and the Wikipedia article on visa policy of Iran. Verified weekly against three independent sources.

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