Iran Travel Guide
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Did you know?
The surface area of Iran is 636.4 thous. mi², which puts the country in position number 19 in terms of the area in the world.
How far is it?
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The distance between Tehran (IR) and Washington D.C. (US) is 6323 miles
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Safety
General travel safety level in Iran on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).
Level 4 • Do not travel.
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Iran
| Miles | Tehran | Isfahan | Tabriz | Shiraz | Kashan | Kermanshah | Mashhad | Kerman |
| Tehran | - | 212 | 326 | 426 | 120 | 264 | 459 | 497 |
| Isfahan | 212 | - | 481 | 216 | 93 | 289 | 516 | 357 |
| Tabriz | 326 | 481 | - | 685 | 403 | 263 | 741 | 816 |
| Shiraz | 426 | 216 | 685 | - | 308 | 456 | 616 | 274 |
| Kashan | 120 | 93 | 403 | 308 | - | 251 | 487 | 416 |
| Kermanshah | 264 | 289 | 263 | 456 | 251 | - | 719 | 646 |
| Mashhad | 459 | 516 | 741 | 616 | 487 | 719 | - | 440 |
| Kerman | 497 | 357 | 816 | 274 | 416 | 646 | 440 | - |
Best Ways to Experience Iran
- Cuisine
- Art
- Animals
Practical Information for Travelers
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Visa
- Electricity
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Vaccinations
MoreAll travelers
You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Iran.
Most travelers
Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.
Some travelers
Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
Malaria
Malaria is a life-threatening parasitic disease transmitted by mosquitoes.Prevention
- Take antimalarial meds
- Prevent bug bites
Estimated relative risk of malaria in Iran
Areas with malaria
Polio
Polio (Poliomyelitis), or Heine-Medina disease, is an acute infectious viral disease.The infection occurs mainly through the ingestion or inhalation.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Eat and drink safely
- Reduce your exposure to germs
Rabies
Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Keep away from animals
With or without a visa?
Visa requirements for citizens of
- United States
visiting 
Iran for tourism
A visa is required, it must be obtained at the embassy or at the appropriate consular office.
- Iranian visas must be obtained from the Iranian Interests section of the Embassy of Pakistan, Washington, D.C. or an Iranian embassy in a third country.
- U.S. visitors are fingerprinted and photographed upon entry.
- Independent travelers must be accompanied by an authorized guide at all times.
- Tourists for Kish Island do not require a visa for a total of 14 days.
Electricity
230V (50 Hz)
In Iran the standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, F sockets are used.
Click on the socket icon to see more information
Type C
Type FFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 18 / 231 Ranking | 83 992 949 Persian 61%, Azeri 16%, Kurd 10%, Lur 6%, Baloch 2%, Arab 2%, Turkmen and Turkic tribes 2% |
Area | 19 / 230 Ranking | 636.4 thous. mi² It is approximately 17% of the territory of United States. |
Life expectancy | 108 / 196 Ranking | 75.1 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 73.7women 76.5 |
Median age | 81 / 157 Ranking | 31.7 Average age of population expressed in years.men 31.5women 32 |
Population growth | 84 / 172 Ranking | 1.03% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 75 / 131 Ranking | 85.5% Ability to read, write and count.men 90.4%women 80.8% |
GDP | 97 / 194 Ranking | 13 333 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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