Iran Visa for Indians

Indian nationals travelling to Iran are required to obtain a visa to enter the country. However, neighbouring country nationals from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar and Bahrain are exempt from needing a visa to enter the country. However, Indians can avail themselves of an e-visa or visa on arrival for Iran.
 

Note: Indian passport holders can travel visa-free to Iran for up to 15 days only if they travel by air.

In order to apply for an Iran travel visa, there are certain requirements you need to follow and fulfil to ensure the successful processing of your visa application. To help the applicant prepare for the process, here is the list of requirements needed:

• A valid passport with at least 6 months of validity from the date of the trip.
• An accurately completed visa application form.
• Two recent passport-sized photographs. 
• Proof of travel itinerary, flight bookings, accommodation and sufficient financial backup to support the trip expenses.
• Travel insurance. 
• Visa payment receipt.

Validity

• Tourist visa: 90 days
• Visa on Arrival: 30 days (not applicable for business or work)
• Business visa: 90 days
• Transit visa: 3 days
• Work permit visa: duration of the work contract

There are different ways to apply for a visa to Iran for Indian passport holders. You can either apply for an e-visa online, apply through an embassy or consulate or apply for a visa on arrival. Here is a step-by-step guide for each of the application processes:

E-visa
 

Step 1: Visit the official Iran e-visa portal.

Step 2: Fill in the application form completely and accurately by filling in personal information and travel purpose/itinerary.

Step 3: Attach scanned copies of the required documents as specified in the form.

Step 4: Pay the visa processing fee upon submission of the application.

Step 5: Visit the selected embassy or consulate after the processing time to collect the visa.
 

Embassy or consulate

Step 1: Visit the nearest consulate or embassy applicable for the Iran tourist visa.

Step 2: Ensure to take copies of all the necessary documents mentioned above in the requirements section.

Step 3: Fill out the application form accurately and completely.

Step 4: Submit the application form and documents and pay the visa processing fee.

Step 5: Wait for the processing time and collect the visa at the embassy or consulate.
 

Visa on Arrival (VoA)
 

Step 1: Arrive at the applicable Iran airport along with the necessary documents mentioned in the previous section.

Step 2: Pay the visa on arrival fee at the airport.

Step 3: The visa processing takes a few hours, which you can wait and collect.

The processing time for an e-visa takes about 3-10 days, which includes an Iran tourist visa and costs Rs. 6,300-9,000. By applying through an embassy or consulate, the processing time ranges between 7-14 working days. A transit visa costs Rs. 2,000-3,000, whereas a work permit visa costs Rs. 19,000-29,000 and takes 4-6 weeks to get processed.

In February 2024, Iran opened visa-free entry for Indian nationals under certain criteria where it is applicable only for tourism purposes for a duration of 15 days for ordinary Indian passport holders who travel only by air. This can be availed only once in 6 months and the passport must have at least 6 months of validity remaining from the date of entry. E-visas and faster visa processing have opened for Iran in the recent years.

While applying for a visa to Iran, it is important to keep certain things in mind to ensure that your visa gets through without any issues. Here are some tips for successful processing of a visa to Iran for Indian nationals:
 

• Double-check all documents for completeness and accuracy.
• For work visas, ensure your employer submits all necessary paperwork to the Ministry of Labour.
• Apply well in advance to avoid delays.
• Keep in mind the possible delays and plan your processing accordingly. 
• Book refundable tickets to mitigate risks of rejection.

The rejection rate for Iran visitor visa is relatively low, with only 5% of visas getting rejected. However, visa on arrival have a high rejection rate due to missing pre-approval and insufficient documents. Here are some common reasons for visas getting rejected that you should avoid to not be a part of the 5% of rejected visas:

• Missing or incomplete documents.
• Insufficient proof of funds or accommodation.
• Lack of proper employer authorisation for work visas.
• Suspicious travel intent or past visa violations.

Iran is a destination that must not be missed if you are looking for a fun, immersive and cultural trip experience. Now that you are at the end of this article, you know everything there is to know about obtaining an Iran visa for Indians. Plan your trip to Iran now and have a fantastic time there!

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