Iran Visa Application Process

The Consulate Section of the Iranian Embassy in Canberra processes three types of visas. Please ensure that you select the most appropriate visa category for your travel to Iran. If you are uncertain, consider seeking assistance from reputable travel agencies in Australia to facilitate the application process.

• Tourist Visa
• Family Visa
• Family Visit Visa

1.Tourist Visa

This visa category provides individuals with the opportunity to travel to Iran for tourism purposes or to visit family and friends. Holders of this visa are permitted a maximum stay of 90 days within the country. The processing time for this visa is two days from the date of document submission to the Embassy.

Upon approval, the visa is issued with a validity period of 90 days commencing from the date of issuance. It is advisable to submit the required documents for processing at the Iranian Embassy in Canberra at least 10 days prior to the planned date of travel.

2.Family Visa

This visa category is specifically tailored for the benefit of children and spouses of Iranian women, provided that the marital status and the inclusion of children's names are duly recorded in their respective birth certificates (Shensanameh).

In instances where the marriage is not officially documented in the wife's birth certificate, or the children's names are not explicitly mentioned in the mother's birth certificate (Shenasnameh), it is crucial to submit an application for either a Family Visit visa or an Entry visa.

Holders of this visa are entitled to stay in Iran for a duration of up to 90 days. The processing time for this visa is 2 days, commencing from the date of receipt of the required documents at the Embassy.

3.Family Visit Visa

This visa category is tailored for foreign nationals seeking to travel to Iran with the purpose of visiting their Iranian relatives. Upon application for this specific visa stream, it is imperative to submit supporting documentation that substantiates your familial connection and affiliation with the respective Iranian family member. Additionally, please ensure the inclusion of the Iranian national ID number of the host along with relevant information.

The initial assessment and approval of the visa application are conducted within Iran, and subsequent to approval, the Family visit visa will be issued by the Iranian Embassy in Canberra. In the event of approval, the permissible duration of stay in Iran is up to a maximum of 90 days.

The processing period for this visa category is 2 days subsequent to the receipt of all necessary documents at the embassy.

Important Note for the US, UK and Canadian Passport Holders 

Citizens holding passports from the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada, as well as individuals who are not residents of Australia, are required to obtain a Visa Reference Number (visa grant notice) from Iran. The said reference number can be obtained through authorised travel agencies in Iran or their counterparts in Australia.

 

How to apply for Iran visa

Step 1: Visa Application Lodgement

You are required to select the most appropriate visa category in accordance with your specific circumstances and proceed to submit your application electronically via the E-Visa portal, accessible through the following link:

https://evisatraveller.mfa.ir/en/request/

Please ensure that you select the 'Place of Issue' on the visa submission notice as the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Canberra.

Upon the submission of your application, you will receive a Visa Submission Notice via email. This document is required to be presented to the Embassy at a subsequent stage in the application process.

Non-Australian passport holders must upload their Australian residence permit (VEVO) in the 'Residence Card' field. Only individuals with a valid Australian long-term visa (of at least one year) are eligible to select the Iranian Embassy in Canberra as their designated location for visa issuance.

Critical Information for Family Visa Applicants

A family visa is granted to the children and spouses of Iranian women whose marriages are officially registered, and their children's names are recorded in their birth certificates. To apply for this visa category, applicants must upload copies of the mother's birth certificate (first page), the page containing the details of the spouse's marriage, and the page listing the names of children in the appropriate section of the E-Visa application.

Critical Information for Family Visit Visa Applicants

Please upload the documentation that demonstrates your connection and familial ties with the Iranian family member in the appropriate section of the E-Visa application. Additionally, make sure to include the Iranian national ID number of the host along with relevant details.

Step 2: Travel Insurance

All individuals holding Iran travel visas for Iran are required to have travel insurance that adequately covers emergencies or accidents throughout their entire stay in the country.  Therefore, the electronic visa system facilitates the purchase of travel insurance.

Under the same framework, the visa amount includes an additional 17 dollars for travel insurance. The visa applicant will receive an e-mail notification upon the fully electronic issuance of the insurance. 

Step 3: Pay the Visa Application Fee

Visa fees should be paid by Money Order taken from post office to the Iran Embassy in Canberra based on the visa fee table and the Money Order should be sent along with other documents at the time of sending the documents by mail.(Please write your passport number on the money order)

Please note that visa application fees are non-refundable and non-transferable and personal cheque is not acceptable.

Visa Application Fee for Children under 18

All visa applicants, including children, need to pay the relevant visa fee according to the visa fee table. The visa fee will not be refunded.

Please ensure that you pay the visa application and travel insurance fee based on the fees and charges in the following table.

Visa & Travel Insurance Tariff Total Table: The amounts listed in the table below include the visa tariff and insurance tariff (visa fee + $17 insurance).

 

Country	Tourist		Entry/Family Visit Visa		Family		Treatment
	Single entry	Double entry	Single entry	Double entry	Single entry	Double entry	Single entry	Double entry
Australia	277	364	329	433	122	157	173	225
New Zealand	329	433	380	501	139	180	199	260
Afghanistan	224	293	277	364	104	134	147	190
Pakistan	121	156	160	208	64	80	89	113
United Kingdom	484	640	536	709	193	252	277	364
EU member countries	148	192	173	225	68	86	94	120
India	173	225	199	260	80	101	107	138
Iraqi, Syrian national holder of Australia travel document	121	156	148	192	61	76	82	104

 

Step 4: Collecting Documents

You are required to send the following documents to the Embassy by mail for final processing of your visa application:

• Visa Submission Notice obtained during Step 1
• Money Order obtained during Step 3
• A certified color copy of the first page of the passport (do not send the original passport)
• An Australian visa and residence copy for non-Australian passport holders and all holders of travel documents who do not have Australian citizenship.
• Additional documents for children under 18: Applicants under 18 years of age are required to submit the following additional documents: 1- Copy of father's or mother's passport 2- Father's or mother's official consent for children travelling with them or other adults.
• Additional documents for FAMILY visa applicants: Family visa can only be issued to non-Iranian men /children whose wife /mother is an Iranian citizen. To process the visa application, kindly submit the page of the birth certificate (Shenasnameh) that records the marriage, ensuring the children's names are listed in her Iranian birth certificate. Additionally, include a photocopy of her complete Iranian birth certificate, encompassing all pages.
• Additional documents for FAMILY VISIT visa applicants: Please provide the documentation that demonstrates your connection and familial ties with the Iranian family member. Also please provide the Iranian national ID number of the host along with relevant details.

Final Step: Send the Documents to the Embassy by Mail

Please send all the required documents, listed above, to the following address for processing and visa issuance.

Iran Embassy, Visa Department, PO Box 705, Mawson ACT 2607

You are not required to visit the embassy to submit your documents. Upon receiving your documents by mail, if the embassy determines that the applicant's attendance is necessary, you will be notified accordingly.

Outcome of your Visa Application

All visas are electronically issued and forwarded to the applicant's registered email address (please check both the Inbox and Spam folders). Ensure that your personal email address is correctly provided in the online application form. Retain a secure copy of your e-visa for future reference. It is mandatory to present a printed copy of your e-visa to the Iranian immigration police upon arrival and departure at the border gate.

Processing Time

The processing time is currently 2 business days from the date of receiving the required documents at the Embassy.

The Embassy retains the right to conduct additional assessments on your application, potentially extending the processing period beyond the anticipated timeframe. Therefore, exercise caution when arranging your flight bookings. Proof of purchase for flight tickets is not obligatory, and we do not assume responsibility for any tickets that may necessitate cancellation or rescheduling.

When your Visa is Granted

Please be mindful of your visa expiry date. Typically, the visa validity for travel to Iran is three months. It is important to note that entry into Iran is not permitted after the visa expiry date. The duration of your stay will commence from the date of each arrival. If you plan to visit Iran within the next three months, it is advisable to apply for a visa to avoid the risk of expiry before your intended travel.

Need Further Information about your visa

If you are unable to make a phone call for any reason, it is advisable to reach out to the consulate via email at cbr.consulate@mfa.gov.ir

 

Please read the following Critical Information

• It is recommended to submit your visa application through a reputable travel agency in your local area, such as Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, and so forth. This ensures that the application is processed accurately and efficiently.
• When filling out your E-Visa online application form, make sure that you have chosen the Iranian Embassy in Canberra as the place to receive your visa grant notice. If you make the wrong choice, your visa application process may be delayed.
• All provided information has to be complete and accurate. Any false, misleading or incomplete information may result in the refusal of a visa.
• Iranian Citizens with dual citizenships of other countries cannot apply for Iranian visa. They have to enter Iran by Iranian passport.
• Providing fraudulent documentation and incorrect information to receive a visa will result in the refusal of visa and there may be a ban entering Iran If any fraudulent documents or misinformation is identified. Iranian border authorities can prevent the applicant from travelling to Iran even after the visa is granted.
• Applicants who receive visa approval (Visa Grant Notice) through a travel agency do not need to register an application online. These applications are only required to send the required documents to the embassy for visa processing.
• Please be aware of the visa type that you are selecting. If you do not meet the requirements for your selected visa, your application will be rejected, and the visa fee is non-refundable.
• Incorrect and poor-quality scan of documents (photo, passport, Australian residence permit) in the Electronic Visa System and incomplete documents sent to the Embassy will cause the visa application to be rejected. If the application is rejected, the visa fee will not be refunded.
• The latest status of your visa application and also, the possibility of withdrawal of the application can be done through the following link: https://evisatraveller.mfa.ir/en/request/status/
• Pilgrimage visa (duration for 14 days) will be issued only in the form of authorised pilgrimage caravans. Individual visa application will not be reviewed and processed.