Iran Visa for Indians

About Iran Visa

Iran is a vibrant country rich in history and culture. Planning and understanding the visa process is crucial to make the most of your trip. Iran offers a variety of visa types. Before diving into the visa process, let us learn a few facts about the country.

Features of Iran Visa

Some key features make the Iran visa application process stand out.

• Visa-Free Entry for Tourists: Citizens of 28 countries, including India, can visit Iran without a visa for a 15-day stay as tourists.
• Travel Health Insurance: Since May 2024, travel health insurance has been mandatory for visa applicants. Iran Insurance Company provides this insurance policy, which is emailed to you within 3 hours of getting your visa.

Documents Required to Apply for an Iran Visa

What documents do you need to submit to get an Iran visa from India? Here is a detailed checklist of the documents that need to be submitted for every visa type available for Indians.

Documents Required for Iran Tourist Visa

You must apply through an Iranian or Indian travel agency, or through friends or relatives in Iran.

• Valid passport: It must have at least 6 months of validity remaining.
• Visa Application Form: Completed form available from the e-visa website.
• Hotel Reservation and Itinerary: A copy of the hotel booking and travel plan must be uploaded.
• Indian Residence Card: Non-Indian passport holders need to provide and upload their Indian residence card (visa or OCI).
• Guardian's Permission for Minors: Minors under 18 must submit a notarised consent letter from their legal guardian unless the guardian is present at the consulate.
• Visa Fee Payment Receipt: Proof of visa fee payment and the bank receipt are required.
• ID proof of your Host: The identity card of your Iranian host.

Documents Required for Iran Family (Marital) Visa

Apart from the passport, fee receipts, and e-visa form, the following additional documents are to be submitted:

• Original Identity Card of the Iranian Spouse: The identity card must list the wife and children’s names.
• Indian Residence Card: Non-Indian passport holders must provide and upload their Indian residence card (visa or OCI).
• Guardian's Consent for Minors: Minors under 18 must submit a notarised consent letter from their legal guardian for the trip to Iran unless the guardian is present at the consulate.

Documents Required for Iran Investment Visa

Apart from your passport, guardian's consent, and residence card, here are the additional requirements:

Grant Notice from Iran: Foreign traders and investors need to obtain a Grant Notice by contacting Iran's Investment and Economic and Technical Assistance Organisation

Documents Required for Iran Temporary Work Visa

Apart from your passport, fee receipt, guardian's consent, and residence card, here are the additional requirements:

Grant Notice from Iran: Applicants need to obtain a Grant Notice by applying through the General Directorate of Employment of Foreign Citizens in the Ministry of Cooperatives, Labor and Social Welfare, and the Passport and Visa Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs via the inviting Iranian party.

Documents Required for Iran Transit visa

Apart from your passport, fee receipt, guardian's consent, and residence card, here are the additional requirements:

• Visa: The visa of your destination country.
• Itinerary: Your travel plans in detail.
• E-visa application form: Generated through the e-visa system.

Documents Required for Iran Press/Media Visa

You need to submit some additional documents in addition to your passport, visa fee receipt, and consent for minors.

1. Permission from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Obtain authorisation from the Center for Public and Media Diplomacy.
2. Completed Visa Application Form: Fill out the visa application form on the e-visa system.

Documents Required for Iran Entry Visa

The same documents as a tourist visa are required, such as your passport, visa form, permission of your legal guardian, proof of visa fee payment and Indian residence card.

Documents Required for Iran Medical Treatment Visa

Along with the regular documents mentioned for a tourist visa, you must submit:

• Acceptance from a medical institute: Obtain acceptance from reputable medical centres in Iran.
• Ministry Approval: Receive approval from the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Documents Required for Iran Relatives Visa

Along with the regular documents mentioned for a tourist visa, you must submit:

• Visa Application: Applicants must apply for a visa through their friends or relatives in Iran.
• Grant Notice: Obtain a grant notice from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs through friends, relatives, or travel agencies in Iran.

Documents Required for Iran Trading Visa

Along with the regular documents mentioned for a tourist visa, you must submit:

• Application through an Organisation: Applicants must apply for a visa through relevant organisations, institutions, and public, and private companies in Iran.
• Grant Notice: The visa grant notice must be submitted.
• Commercial Documents: Submit your business incorporation certificate, Import and export license, GST certificate, and other relevant documents.

Documents Required for Iran Pilgrim Visa

You must obtain this visa through Indian or Iranian travel agencies. Along with the regular documents mentioned for a tourist visa, you must submit:

• Hotel booking details: Details of your accommodation arrangements.
• Travel itinerary: A detailed travel plan.
• Flight tickets: Return flight tickets from an Iranian airlines like Mahan Air or Iran Air.

Documents Required for Iran Education Visa

Here's a list of additional documents required for an education visa.

• University Application: Applicants must apply through their respective universities associated with Iran, such as Al-Mustafa Al-Alamiyah University or other recognised institutions.
• Admission: Obtain academic admission from the Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology.
• Approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran will issue the necessary approval for the student after verifying the academic admission.

Iran Visa Types

Iran has designed multiple visa types to suit various travel purposes. Look at this summary of Iran visa types and apply accordingly.

Who Can Apply for an Iran Visa?

According to the Iran visa requirements, here is a list of people who can apply for an Iran visa from India.

• Indian citizens planning to visit Iran for valid travel purposes like tourism, medical treatment, family visits, pilgrimage, investment, business, and work.
• Non-Indian passport holders who can provide their Indian residence card (visa or OCI).
• Indian citizens who have a valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining.
• Individuals who have a valid travel health insurance policy. Mandatory Iranian travel insurance will be provided automatically by Iran Insurance Company and emailed within three hours after visa issuance.
• Individuals who apply through Iranian or Indian travel agencies, through friends or relatives in Iran, or an Iranian organization, depending on their visa type.
• Individuals who can provide hotel and ticket reservations if travelling without a host in Iran.

How to Apply for an Iran Visa?

You can visit Iran without a visa as a tourist for a stay of up to 15 days. You can visit Iran once every six months.

For other visa types, you can apply for your Iran visa from India using the official e-visa portal or through the Iranian consulate in India, depending on your visa type.

Here are the steps needed to submit an electronic Iran visa application. You can use this method for applying for a Tourist visa, a Transit visa, a Press (Media) visa, a Family Visa, and an Entry visa.

1. Visit the E-Visa Website: Go to the official e-visa website of Iran.
2. Select Visa Details: Choose the appropriate visa type, specify your nationality, and select your passport type.
3. Complete Online Application: Fill out the online application form with your personal information.
4. Upload Required Documents: Upload the necessary documents as specified in the application guidelines.
5. Email Verification: Complete the email verification process by following the instructions sent to your email.
6. Submit the Application: Submit the completed application for processing.

Use the following steps for submitting a paper application at the Iranian consulate. This method is applicable for visa types that require you to apply through an Iranian host or

1. Complete the E-Visa Application Form
   Fill out the required e-visa application form thoroughly.
2. Obtain Approval or Grant Notice
   Secure the necessary grant notice or approval relevant to your visa type.
3. Prepare Your Documents
   Gather your passport, completed visa application form, and all other required documents.
4. Submit at the Consulate
   Submit the application, along with your passport and supporting documents, at the Iranian Consulate in Mumbai.

Iran Visa Fees

Here's a summary of the Iran visa fee for various visa types:

*Visa fee subject to exchange rate fluctuations

If you want your Iran visa application to be processed urgently, you need to pay 50% higher visa fees.

How to Check Iran Visa Status?

During the application process, you can check your Iran visa status using the following steps.

• Visit the official e-visa website.
• Click on the 'Check Application Status' option.
• Enter your application ID, passport number, email, and security code.
• Submit the form to view your Iran visa status.