Iran visa requirementsFor travelers with an ordinary passport from Afghanistan

Tourism Ordinary passport Arriving by air

Your passportAfghanistan
Your destinationIran

Visa required

Arrange a tourist visa before traveling.

For tourism in Iran, travelers using an ordinary passport from Afghanistan should obtain a visa before travel. Start the Type B tourist application online. Electronic submission is the first step; a consular interview or later visa collection may still be required.

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Your permitted stay
Check the permission granted at entry

A clear path to your application

The right application channel depends on your destination and where you legally live.

  1. Prepare your application

    Start the Type B tourist application online. Electronic submission is the first step; a consular interview or later visa collection may still be required.

  2. Submit through the official channel

    Use Iran tourist visa application. Check the current instructions and total government charges before paying.

  3. Review the decision before departure

    Check the passport details, dates and entry conditions on the permission you receive.

Open Iran tourist visa applicationOfficial government service

What to prepare for your trip

Check each item as you prepare it. Labels show which documents are required, conditional, or recommended.

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Your circumstances may require additional documents. Ticks track preparation, not eligibility or admission.

Practical tips for Iran

Small preparation steps to keep your travel information within reach.

Verify your application email promptly

The Ministry says an unverified application expires after three days. Save the tracking code and check nationality, visa type and collection location before submission.

Iran at a glance

Capital
Tehran
Currency
IRR
Calling code
+98

Questions for this route

Do travelers with an ordinary passport from Afghanistan need a visa for Iran?

For tourism in Iran, travelers using an ordinary passport from Afghanistan should obtain a visa before travel. Start the Type B tourist application online. Electronic submission is the first step; a consular interview or later visa collection may still be required.

What if I’m going to work, study or stay longer?

This guide is for a short tourist visit on an ordinary passport. It does not establish eligibility for employment, study or residence. Use the destination’s official guidance for your actual purpose.

Does my country of residence change the answer?

Passport nationality and legal residence are different. This page starts with your passport. Residence can change where you apply and which application channel is available; an existing visa or residence permit may also create an exception. Check the official eligibility guidance for your circumstances.

Official websites

Use these government websites to confirm requirements and complete any application.

Iran Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Open Iran tourist visa application

Start the Type B tourist application online. Electronic submission is the first step; a consular interview or later visa collection may still be required.

Iran Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Check the tourist visa category and application route

Confirm Type B tourism eligibility, interview requirements and the correct collection location.

Iran Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Track an Iran visa application

Use the official application ID or email and passport number to check progress.

About this guide

This guide covers short tourist visits on an ordinary passport. Your nationality, residence, travel document and purpose can affect the entry conditions. Check the linked official guidance before travel; the border authority decides admission and your permitted stay.

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