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A trip to Iran displays rich Persian history and culture, along with many attractions that make it a favourite destination for travellers. Visitors are eager to try the local cuisine, explore vast landscapes, observe marvellous architecture and more. Iran is famously known as the land of red springs, green summers, yellow falls and white winters.
Getting to Iran requires proper planning, and to make things easier, Iran is offering Indian tourists a chance to visit the country visa-free!
Read on to know more about Iran visa for Indians.
Yes, Indian tourists who wish to visit Iran must apply for a visa. To do so, you can either apply for a visa on arrival when you land in Iran or avail the e-visa facility online.
Additionally, if you are travelling as a tourist, you can also visit Iran visa-free for up to 30 days.
Note: Iran has announced visa-free entry for Indian tourists, including 32 other countries, as of December 2023. According to Ezzatollah Zarghami, Iranian minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, this move aims to boost tourism with more visitors worldwide and promote international goodwill.
For how long this exemption will be applicable is not specified. Before you travel to Iran, please check through official agencies for this information.
If you are visiting Iran as a tourist and still wish to apply for a visa, you can do so as the standard visa application process is still fully functional.
Yes, Indian citizens can apply for a visa on arrival or e-visa to travel to Iran. Indians travelling to Iran for reasons such as tourism, business, education, etc., can apply for a visa on arrival or e-visa and stay in the country for a maximum of 30 days.
*Note: All applicants for Islamic Republic of Iran visas must first register at the e-visa website and submit all the required information. Post this, you will receive a track code (together with the barcode). You are then required to hand over the documents at the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in New Delhi.
Visa fees for an Iranian Tourist Visa for Indian Citizens is €60. You can make the payment either through an online transfer or through bank transfer.
In case of urgent visa issuance, 50% will be added to tariff.
The processing time for Iran's visa is approximately 10 working days.
Indian tourists have many visa options when travelling to Iran:
Keep in mind that some types of visas for some countries should be applied for only in person through the relevant Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Before visiting the Iran Embassy in India, ensure that you have all the necessary documents to experience a smooth application process.
| Visa Category |
Eligibility |
Documents Required | Fees (in Euro) |
| A – Entry Visa |
|
|
€70 |
| B - Tourist |
|
|
€60 (You can also visit Iran visa-free as of Dec’23) |
| C - Pilgrimage |
|
|
€10 |
D - Diplomatic S - Service |
|
|
€0 |
| E - Education |
|
|
€60 |
| F - Temporary Work |
|
|
€250 |
| G - Transit |
|
|
€30 |
H - Media
|
|
|
€40 |
I - Investment
|
|
|
€0 |
M - Marital
|
|
|
€24 |
| T - Medical |
|
|
€35 |
Travelling to Iran has become much easier since the relaxation of visa requirements for Indians. Even if you wish to apply for a visa, you can experience a hassle-free process through their official website. You can enjoy your trip to the beautiful country of Iran now that you know all the necessary visa requirements.
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