Business & investor visas
Iranian Investment (Investor) Visa and 5-Year Residence
A route granting foreign investors a multi-year residence permit for qualifying investment in Iran.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Investment thresholds and the exact residence duration/conditions come from UNCTAD and secondary sources; the current minimum investment and rules must be confirmed on official Iranian government pages.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Iran government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Investment Visa / Investor Residence Permit
- Route type
- Investment-based residence route
- Residence duration
- Up to 5 years
- Minimum investment
- Threshold set by government by-law
- Reported figures have ranged from EUR 250,000 (2019) to a reduced threshold (from 2022); the current amount was not confirmed on an official page.
- Approving body
- Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals making a qualifying investment or bank deposit in Iran
- Foreign executives and technicians of overseas firms, plus their spouses and children
Requirements
- A qualifying investment in an approved form (bank deposit, securities, or housing/other approved sectors)
- Approval from the relevant Iranian economic authority
- Valid passport and supporting documentation
What you can do
- Reside in Iran on a multi-year residence permit tied to the investment
- Include eligible family members subject to the rules
How to apply
- Make or commit the qualifying investment through approved channels
- Obtain approval from the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance
- Complete visa and residence formalities with the MFA and immigration authorities
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.