Iran•AsiaEntry Visa (Type A)
At a Glance
Processing Time
7-10 days
Application Fee
50 EUR
Stay Duration
14 days
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Business visa issued to foreign nationals invited by Iranian ministries, organizations, companies, or conferences for professional, academic, or business purposes including contract negotiations and equipment installation.
The Entry Visa (Type A) is designed for business professionals, conference attendees, and others conducting official business in Iran. The visa requires sponsorship from an Iranian organization and is typically issued for the duration specified in the invitation letter.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: IL
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity, 2 blank pages
Passport photos
2 recent color photos, 4x6 cm
Employer letter
Letter from employer confirming business trip purpose and approval
Travel insurance
Valid health/travel insurance
Sponsor Documents
Official invitation letter
From Iranian ministry, organization, or company on official letterhead
Authorization from MFA
Sponsoring organization obtains authorization code from Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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Advantages
- Allows legitimate business activities
- Relatively straightforward process with sponsorship
- Professional recognition in Iran
Considerations
- Requires Iranian sponsor
- Single entry only
- Limited to specified business activities
- Processing dependent on sponsoring organization
Application Process
Obtain invitation letter
Get official invitation from Iranian organization or company
Submit visa application
Apply through Iranian embassy/consulate or travel agency with invitation letter
Ministry authorization
Sponsoring organization obtains authorization from Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Receive visa decision
Process typically takes 7-10 working days
Collect and travel
Pick up visa at embassy/consulate and travel to Iran
Application Forms
Business Visa Application
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