Iran•AsiaTourist Visa (Type B)
At a Glance
Processing Time
5-10 days
Application Fee
30 EUR
Stay Duration
30 days
Renewable
Varies
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
Allows foreign tourists to visit Iran's cultural, historical, and natural sites for tourism purposes. Issued for single entry with validity of up to 90 days total (30 days initial plus two extensions).
The Tourist Visa (Type B) is the standard visa for foreign tourists visiting Iran. It allows stays of up to 30 days initially, with the possibility of two extensions while in Iran, bringing the total possible stay to 90 days. The visa can be obtained through Iran's electronic visa system or traditional embassy/consulate channels.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
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 photo
Recent color photo, 4x6 cm
Travel insurance
Valid health/travel insurance covering Iran stay
Bank statement or proof of funds
Evidence of financial means to support stay
OptionalReturn ticket
Proof of onward travel or return booking
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Advantages
- Relatively quick processing (5-10 days)
- Can be obtained online through e-visa portal
- Extendable within Iran
- Lower cost than many other visa types
Considerations
- Single entry only (cannot leave and re-enter without new visa)
- Limited to tourism activities
- Subject to nationality restrictions for certain countries
Application Process
Prepare documents
Gather passport, photos, travel insurance, and invitation letter (if applicable)
Apply through e-visa portal or travel agency
Submit application on evisa.mfa.ir or through a registered travel agency
Receive authorization code
Get visa authorization code via email (typically within 5-10 working days)
Collect visa
Pick up visa at embassy, consulate, or airport depending on method
Enter Iran
Travel to Iran with valid visa and documents
Application Forms
Tourist Visa Application
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