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Iranian visa resources

Processing times

Processing ranges from same-day airport issuance for eligible nationalities to several weeks for advance applications, with the longest waits for nationalities requiring guided tours.

Official guidance Regularly updated

Important

This information is for general guidance only. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee your application will be approved.

Visa-on-arrival cases are typically handled at the airport within a short period, while advance applications through a consulate take longer as they involve review and, sometimes, an interview.

Nationalities that must apply in advance and travel on a guided tour (reported to include US, UK and Canadian citizens) face notably longer processing. Work permits involve a separate labour-ministry process that adds time on top of the visa.

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Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.