Iran•AsiaInvestment Visa (Type I)
At a Glance
Processing Time
15-30 days
Application Fee
90 EUR
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for foreign investors who have obtained investment license and approval from Organization for Investment, Economic and Technical Assistance of Iran (OIETAI). Minimum investment of $100,000 USD qualifies for 5-year residence permit.
The Investment Visa (Type I) targets entrepreneurs and investors seeking to invest in Iran. Applicants must submit their investment plans to OIETAI for approval. A minimum investment of $100,000 USD qualifies investors for a 5-year residence permit. The visa serves as a pathway to long-term residency and business establishment.
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Requirements
Financial
Investment Required
100,000 USD
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
Passport photo
Recent color photo
Investment license
Approval from OIETAI for investment project
Business plan
Detailed plan including investment amount, project details, timeline
Financial documentation
Proof of funds and financial capacity for investment
Educational credentials
Relevant business or educational qualifications
OptionalCriminal record certificate
Certificate from home country
OptionalSponsor Documents
OIETAI approval letter
Official investment license and approval
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Advantages
- Pathway to 5-year residence permit
- Potential for permanent residency
- Full business establishment rights
- Family can be included
- Tax and investment incentives available
Considerations
- High minimum investment ($100,000 USD)
- OIETAI approval required
- Longer processing time
- Investment capital tied up
- Business operational requirements
Application Process
Register investment plan
Submit business plan to OIETAI (Organization for Investment, Economic and Technical Assistance)
Obtain investment license
Receive approval and investment license from OIETAI
Prepare visa application
Gather investment approval, business plan, and financial documentation
Submit visa application
Apply at Iranian embassy/consulate with investment documentation
MFA authorization
Ministry of Foreign Affairs reviews and authorizes visa
Receive visa
Processing typically 15-30 working days
Travel and establish business
Travel to Iran and register business according to OIETAI approval
Application Forms
Investment Visa Application
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