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India to Iran visa requirements

Indian ordinary passport holders need a visa for Iran. The 15-day visa-free entry was suspended on 22 November 2025. Apply for an Iran e-visa (grant notice) in advance via evisa.mfa.ir before travel. As of 22 November 2025, Iran suspended the 15-day visa-free entry it had granted Indian ordinary passport holders since early 2024. Indian tourists must now obtain a visa before travel. The standard route is the official Iran e-visa: apply online at evisa.mfa.ir (or through an Iranian travel agency / Iran-based tour operator) and receive a visa grant notice / authorization code. With this code, the actual visa is collected at an Iranian consulate in India or stamped on arrival at an Iranian airport. A grant notice is mandatory before boarding; turning up at the airport without a pre-approved authorization code will lead to denied boarding or entry. The standard tourist visa allows a 30-day stay, single entry, extendable in-country up to 90 days total. Iran requires medical insurance valid in Iran, and India's MEA has an active advisory urging caution and warning against agents promising visa-free travel or jobs in Iran.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Tourist e-visa (visa grant notice obtained in advance; visa stamped at consulate or airport)
Maximum stay
30 days, extendable in-country to a maximum of 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple entry mainly for business visas)
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 60 consulate / EUR 90 visa-on-arrival, plus ~EUR 25-30 e-visa service fee
consular fee only
Processing time
E-visa grant notice 3-10 calendar days; consulate 7-14 working days
standard track
Validity
Authorization code valid 2 months from issuance; visa valid for 30-day stay from entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Apply online for the e-visa grant notice
Submit an application at the official portal evisa.mfa.ir with personal details, passport scan and photo, or have an Iran-based travel agency apply on your behalf.
· evisa.mfa.ir· Online
/02
Upload required documents
Provide a passport valid at least 6 months, a recent passport-style photo, travel itinerary and hotel booking. Iran-based tour operators may be needed to file the request.
· Documents
/03
Pay the e-visa service fee
Pay the online authorization/service fee (around EUR 25-30) to process the grant notice.
· ~EUR 25-30
/04
Receive the visa grant notice (authorization code)
Wait 3-10 calendar days for approval. The grant notice is valid 2 months from issuance and is mandatory before boarding.
· 3-10 days
/05
Collect the visa
Take the grant notice to an Iranian consulate in New Delhi, Hyderabad or Mumbai, or have it stamped on arrival at an Iranian airport, and pay the visa fee (EUR 60 consulate / EUR 90 airport).
· EUR 60-90
/06
Arrange mandatory travel insurance
Buy medical/travel insurance valid in Iran; it is required to obtain and use the visa.
· Insurance
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond travel with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved e-visa grant notice / authorization code before boarding
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredCompleted online visa application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph meeting Iran specifications
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return/onward flight tickets
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredHotel booking and travel itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredTravel/medical insurance valid in Iran
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredVisa fee in cash (Euros or USD) for consulate or airport
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedIran-based tour operator or travel agency booking (often required to file)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedCheck India MEA travel advisory for Iran before departure
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesVisa policy of Iran - WikipediaIran e-Visa Portal - Ministry of Foreign AffairsVisaHQ - Iran Scraps Visa-Free Entry for Indians; MEA Issues Advisory
Application link included: Visa policy of Iran - Wikipedia
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
E-visa service / authorization feeEUR 25-30Paid online to obtain the visa grant notice (~INR 2,600-3,200)
Consulate visa feeEUR 60Paid in cash when collecting the visa at an Iranian consulate (~INR 6,300)
Visa-on-arrival feeEUR 90Paid at an Iranian airport if visa stamped on arrival with pre-approved code (~INR 9,000)
Travel/medical insuranceINR 500-2,000Mandatory; must be valid for Iran
Total estimateEUR 85 (approx INR 8,900) — EUR 120 (approx INR 12,500)incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

E-visa grant notice (online)
3-10 calendar days
Apply at evisa.mfa.ir; receive authorization code, then stamp at airport or consulate.
Consulate application
7-14 working days
Apply through an Iranian consulate in India with the grant notice.
Visa on arrival (with pre-approved code)
1-3 hours at airport
Only possible if you already hold a valid authorization code; not a walk-up option.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Visa-free entry suspended
Iran revoked the 15-day visa-free facility for Indian passport holders effective 22 November 2025, so a visa is now mandatory.
High
/02
Grant notice required before boarding
Airlines deny boarding to Indian travelers without a pre-approved e-visa authorization code.
High
/03
Travel agency requirement
Iran-based tour operators or travel agencies are often needed to file the application; independent filing can be restricted.
Medium
/04
Insurance not arranged
Iran requires medical/travel insurance valid in the country to issue the visa.
Medium
/05
Israeli stamps or prior issues
Evidence of travel to Israel can complicate or block an Iran visa.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
India to Iran route verified
Confirmed Iran suspended visa-free entry for Indian ordinary passport holders effective 22 November 2025; verdict set to e-visa with grant notice required in advance. Verified against Wikipedia visa policy of Iran, VisaHQ, Outlook Traveller and travel-agency guidance.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Indians still enter Iran visa-free?—
No. Iran suspended visa-free entry for Indian ordinary passport holders on 22 November 2025. A visa is now mandatory for tourism, business and transit.
Can I get an Iran visa on arrival without applying first?+
How long can I stay on the Iran tourist visa?+
How much does the Iran visa cost for Indians?+
Do I need a tour operator to apply?+
Is it safe to travel to Iran from India right now?+
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