This Is How to Travel to Iran – Everything You Need to Know

IRAN TRAVEL MAY BE DIFFICULT RIGHT NOW Currently, in light of the current global pandemic, it is not possible to travel to Iran. When it will be open to tourism again is not yet known. Prior to this, on 3rd January 2020, it was announced that the Iranian Major-General Qasem Soleimani was killed in a US airstrike, with Iran calling for ‘severe revenge’. While the outcome is not yet known, this does ignite fears of a conflict in the Middle East, and it pays to be more aware of travel warnings at this time. American citizens, in particular, may face more restrictions. Following the Ukrainian Airlines plane crash near Tehran, several flights routes to Iran have been cancelled following the news that the Ukrainian jet was ‘unintentionally’ shot down. If you have any Iran travel planned, check your airline to see if the service is still running. The arrest of the UK Ambassador to Iran in Tehran as part of government protests have further sparked an international row between the two countries. UK travellers should be on alert for developments. My tourism colleague on the ground did say that a lot of inbound bookings have been cancelled due to peoples’ apprehension and that Spring could see a halt to tourism altogether. It remains to be seen how the political landscape will play out following these events. Persia and Iran – Are they the same? Both Iran and Persia are used interchangeably about the country and also while you are on the ground. Reference to Persia is more so in the context of the history and legacy of the ancient kingdom of the Persian Empire; Iran about the modern-day Islamic Republic of Iran in the Middle East. READ MORE: About my experience travelling in modern Iran and ancient Persia and what to expect when you are on the ground. Travel to Iran and see the modern next to sites of ancient Persia This Is How to Travel to Iran – Everything You Need to Know Can Everyone Travel to Iran? Iran Visas and Authorisation Codes Getting a visa for Iran is quite possibly the most stressful and challenging part of your entire trip. You first need to know if you are eligible and what limitations you may face. For countries like the UK, which have strained and little to no diplomatic relations with Iran, you may find that you cannot even get an Iran visa in your country because there is no Iranian embassy. British travel to Iran means a little more legwork, where you may also have to travel elsewhere, like Dublin or Paris for example, to obtain the visa since there is no Iran embassy in the UK. How to Get an Iran Visa on Arrival – 180 Countries Most airlines flying to Iran will not allow you on a flight unless you show you have the Iran visa, but you can get a visa on arrival. However, sanctions have been lifted, most notably in 2016, with up to 900 Iran visas daily on average granted on arrival, according to the Office of Foreign Affairs. Tourism numbers annually have increased year-on-year, with 5.2 million foreign visitors entering Iran in 2015, in comparison to 4.7 million in 2013. On the 14th February 2016, the Ministry of Iran announced that airports could issue 30-day visas for Iran, for nationals of 180 countries. Non-eligible nationalities for Iran Visa On Arrival: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Canada, Colombia, India, Iraq, Jordan, Pakistan, Somalia, USA, UK A 30-day Tourist Visa Upon Arrival, for those of eligible nationality, can be obtained at the following Iran airports: IKA: Tehran Imam Khomeini Airport THR: Tehran Mehrabad Airport MHD: Mashad Airport SYZ: Shiraz Airport TBZ: Tabriz Airport ISF: Isfahan Airport Follow the signs that say ‘Visa on Arrival’ where you will be asked questions about your trip to Iran and asked to present: Details about your confirmed first night’s accommodation in Iran, including the address and phone number (you may also be asked about your travel plans on-going). Proof of a confirmed return flight ticket. A copy of your travel insurance policy document and policy number. Those people I met who were granted an Iran tourist visa on arrival as part of the tour were given a special letter from the company that they could present to both the airline and passport control on arrival.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

13 Types of Blog Headlines That'll Get You More Traffic [+ Examples]

  Fewer people read your blog posts than you think. More people read your headline than you think, too. You might not realize it, but your headline could be the reason you're losing traffic. In fact, on average, only 20% of those who read your headline will click through to read your article. That means  good  headlines lose 80% of your audience. → Download Now: 6 Free Blog Post Templates [Free Prompts] Great  headlines, though, can make a dramatic impact in the opposite direction. You can increase the traffic to your articles by as much as 500%, based solely on the headline. Not only does the headline affect click-through rates, but it sets the tone and establishes the key subject of the article. points out , a title can have a huge impact on what the audience takes away from an article.  Discussing her article, "A Gene That Makes You Need Less Sleep," Konnikova said, "If I had instead called it “Why We Need Eight Hours of Sleep,” peopl...
Read more

Traveling for Two: Advice for Pregnant Vacationers

Schlepping bags through an airport and long car rides in an automobile are not the most memorable aspects of anyone's vacation -- and if you already happen to be carrying a little extra baggage these days because you're pregnant, those memories may be all you will remember unless you plan your trip well. But experts say pregnant travelers need not be detained from vacations and other travel plans. "Up to 24 weeks into the pregnancy, if the mother is doing well she can do all sorts of traveling," says Marcos Pupkin, MD, chair of obstetrics-gynecology at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore. But the closer to delivery time, the less advisable travel becomes. And complications of any kind indicate the need to see a doctor before traveling, Pupkin says. "Anytime the patient is having contractions, low abdominal pain that could mean contractions, or bleeding from the uterus, traveling should be avoided," he tells WebMD. Whether traveling by plane or car, pregnant wo...
Read more

Financial disadvantages of travelling

 1. The cost of travelling Planning for a big trip is amazing fun. But throw in an additional week on a safari in Kenya or a city break in Paris and the costs will start to mount. Costs include flights/transportation, hotels, food, entertainment/experiences and any equipment/clothes you need before you go. Because you are far from home, you might not know where the best outlets are and how to economise, so things could cost a lot more than you are used to. Before you know where you are, you find you need $'000 for your trip. 2. Missing out on earning at home The other side of the coin is earnings. While you are away you aren't doing your regular job, using your experience and training and earning a pay packet (of course this doesn't apply if you are taking regular annual leave). You could be in the uncomfortable position of burning through your savings at a manic rate with no income. 3. Finding a job while you are travelling If you are planning on working abroad there are q...
Read more