Citizenship: USA
Important: The United States does not maintain diplomatic or consular relations with Iran. Travel by U.S. citizens is not recommended.
Before planning any travel to Iran, U.S. citizens should contact the Licensing Division of the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC):
www.ustreas.gov/ofac/ or call 202-622-2480.
Visa Overview
- All visas for Iran require a referral/authorization through the Iranian government.
- Processing time varies: approximately 2 weeks to 2 months.
- All foreign visitors must report to the police within 8 days of arrival.
- Reporters, journalists, photographers, and cameramen of any non-Iranian nationality require a visa.
Need help? Call JIDS for assistance with the process.
Warnings & Entry Restrictions
- Dress Code (Women): Admission will be refused if not wearing Islamic head cover/scarf, long sleeves, and stockings.
- Israeli Stamps/Visas: Admission is refused to holders of passports or travel documents containing an Israeli visa/stamp.
