Indian citizens moving to Islamic Republic of Iran
Indian nationals typically move to Islamic Republic of Iran through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Evisa Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran, so check each route below for its primary source.
We cover 11 Iran routes — 5 can be started without a job offer, and
Tourist entry
Tourist-entry rules for Indian nationals are set by Evisa Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
Treaty & bilateral memberships
No nationality-specific treaty routes apply.
Consular processing: a Islamic Republic of Iran consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence
What this means for Indian citizens
Of the 11 Islamic Republic of Iran routes we cover, 5 can be started without an employer sponsor and 0 have confirmed permanent residence mapping. Language-test requirements vary by route — check each route below for the requirement set out in its official source.
All Islamic Republic of Iran routes open to Indian applicants
General routes available to all nationalities. Click any to read the full guide.
Visa-Waiver Tourism Entry
Visa-free tourism entry note for nationalities covered by Iran MFA waiver arrangements, including the listed 15-day ordinary-passport tourism waiver.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Tourist Visa
Iran MFA tourist visa category for foreign citizens travelling to Iran for tourism, including ordinary eVisa and place-of-issue workflows shown by the portal.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Entry Visa
Iran MFA Entry Visa (A) for invited visits such as business negotiations, academic contacts, sport, official meetings and family visits by relatives of foreign residents.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Pilgrimage Visa
Iran MFA Pilgrimage Visa (C) for foreign Muslim pilgrims travelling to holy places in Iran.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Education Visa
Iran MFA Education Visa (E) for foreign students, religious scholars and researchers with eligibility certification from an Iranian authority or accredited institution.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Temporary Work Visa
Iran MFA Temporary Work Visa (F) for skilled workers, specialists and technical experts with a sponsor employer and approved labour certificate.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Transit Visa
Iran MFA Transit Visa (G) for travellers passing through Iran with onward destination permission and confirmed onward travel.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Media Visa
Iran MFA Media Visa (H) for foreign media professionals who have a permit from the Media and Public Diplomacy Center.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Investment Visa
Iran MFA Investment Visa (I) for foreign investors with an approval letter from the Organization for Investment Economic and Technical Assistance of Iran.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Marital Visa
Iran MFA Marital Visa (M) for foreign men married to Iranian women and their offspring, with family permission evidence where required.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Medical Visa
Iran MFA Medical Visa (T) for foreign citizens travelling for treatment with approval from an authorised Iranian medical centre.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Frequently asked questions
Can Indian citizens enter Islamic Republic of Iran without a visa?+
Tourist-entry rules for Indian nationals are set by Evisa Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
Which Islamic Republic of Iran visa routes are best suited to Indian applicants?+
Indian nationals typically move to Islamic Republic of Iran through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Evisa Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran, so check each route below for its primary source.
Where do Indian applicants typically apply for a Islamic Republic of Iran visa?+
Applications are typically processed at a Islamic Republic of Iran consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence. Some digital and in-country applications can be filed directly with Islamic Republic of Iran's immigration authority without a consular visit.
Do Indian citizens need a job offer to move to Islamic Republic of Iran?+
Not necessarily. 5 of the 11 Islamic Republic of Iran routes we cover can be started without an employer sponsor, while the rest need a sponsoring employer or job offer. If you do not have an offer yet, the no-sponsor routes are the place to start.
Can Indian citizens get permanent residence in Islamic Republic of Iran?+
Most Islamic Republic of Iran routes we cover are temporary rather than direct settlement routes. You may still be able to switch to a settlement route later — check each route's detail.