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Iran visa requirements for US citizens

Do US citizens need a visa for Iran?

US citizens are required to obtain a visa prior to entering Iran. For instructions on how to apply for the visa, please contact the Iran embassy or consulate.

Updated: 11/03/2024.

Entry requirements

visa required

Purpose of travel

Tourism

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Passport validity for travel to Iran

Passport must be valid for 6 months on leaving destination.

Is it safe to travel to Iran?

Iran has a high risk level: 4.50 out of 5. In our opinion it is not safe to travel to Iran at this time. The safety index is derived from travel advisories issued by independent 6 sources.

Safety index is provided by www.travel-advisory.info: 11/03/2024.

Iran customs rules

Duty-free allowance

Tobacco limit

One of the following:

  • 200 cigarettes;
  • 50 cigars;
  • or 250 grams loose tobacco.

Other Goods

  • 1kg sealed caviar purchased from Shilat within the airport.
  • Personal jewellery, one camera, one non-professional video camera, one eye camera, one portable music instrument, one radio and portable music player, one laptop, first aid box, one tent for camping and related tools, and sports equipment.

Cash limit

  • The import of local currency is limited to IRR500,000.
Find more information on the customs regulations of Iran page.

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