Type F — Work (Employment) Visa

The Work (Employment) Visa, or IR-W, is established under the provisions of the Iranian Labor Law, specifically Articles 120-129, which are managed by the Department General for Employment of Foreign Nationals. This visa fills the gap for Iranian companies and organizations that require specialized foreign expertise that is not readily available within the local labor market. It ensures that all foreign employment is legally documented, taxed, and monitored, providing a formal framework for international professionals to contribute to the Iranian economy while protecting the domestic labor market.

This visa is for foreign nationals who have secured a job offer or are being seconded to an Iranian company. The applicant must be at least 18 years old and possess a labor certificate from an Iranian employer that has been approved by the Ministry of Cooperatives, Labor and Social Welfare. It is distinctive because it requires the employer to prove that the position could not be filled by an Iranian national, making it a highly regulated process that prioritizes specialized skills and professional qualifications.