Irã: o que saber antes da viagem
O essencial
- UK and Canadian authorities advise against all travel; arbitrary detention is a major risk.
- Foreign bank cards do not work; arrange legal access to sufficient cash.
- Women must observe enforced head-covering and dress rules.
Entrada e vistos
Requirements depend on nationality. British citizens need a visa arranged well in advance and must travel on an organised tour or have a sponsor, according to the Iranian Embassy's advice to FCDO. Do not extend British-passport rules to other nationalities. Evidence of travel to Israel can cause refusal of entry.
Validade do passaporte: British passports: at least six months after arrival and at visa application.
Alfândega
- Importing pork products is illegal.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: gov.uk ↗
Dinheiro
Usa-se principalmente dinheiro vivo. Cartões raramente aceitos.
Apple Pay — sem dados · Google Pay — sem dados
Onde trocar dinheiro
- Use authorised exchange offices; arrange lawful access to rials before travelling.
Onde evitar trocar
- Street currency exchange, which is illegal.
- Non-Iranian bank cards do not work.
- Prices may be quoted in tomans: one toman is ten rials. Confirm the unit.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: gov.uk ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗, visitiran.ir ↗
Regras e proibições
Proibido
- Alcohol import, sale and consumption, with limited exceptions for recognised Iranian minorities.
- Drones and satellite phones without permission.
- Sex outside marriage and same-sex sexual relationships; severe penalties apply.
Leis que turistas violam sem saber
- Carry copies of your passport photo page and visa.
- Women must cover their hair and follow enforced public dress rules.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: gov.uk ↗
Cultura e roupas
Religião: Islamic religious customs and dress rules shape public behaviour.
Roupas: Women: headscarf, covered legs and a long-sleeved outer garment. Men should wear long trousers and long sleeves. Religious sites may require a chador.
Etiqueta
- Do not eat, drink or smoke publicly during Ramadan daylight hours.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: gov.uk ↗
Clima
Very varied by region and altitude. Northern and inland winters can be cold; southern summers are much hotter. Dry summer conditions and dust storms contrast with a November-March rainy period.
Mês a mês
- janeiro: Jan: Winter; rain and regional cold
- fevereiro: Feb: Winter; rain and regional cold
- março: Mar: Rainy-season transition
- abril: Apr: Spring; regional conditions vary
- maio: May: Hotter, dry-season conditions
- junho: Jun: Summer heat; dust possible
- julho: Jul: Summer heat; dust possible
- agosto: Aug: Summer heat; dust possible
- setembro: Sep: Hot, dry conditions persist
- outubro: Oct: Autumn; hot in some regions
- novembro: Nov: Rainy season begins
- dezembro: Dec: Winter; rain and regional cold
Melhor época: Climate varies by route; spring and autumn avoid much summer heat. Security advice takes priority.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: travel.gc.ca ↗, visitiran.ir ↗
O que levar
- Headscarf and modest clothing
- Copies of passport and visa
- Round two-pin adapter
- Offline contact and navigation details
O que não levar / proibido importar
- Alcohol
- Pork products
- Drones or satellite phones without permission
Prático
Tomadas: Round two-pin plugs; 220V, 50Hz.
Água: Rural tap water is unsafe; use properly treated or sealed drinking water.
Trânsito: pela direita
Internet: Internet and mobile services may be blocked or shut down without warning. Keep an alternative communication plan.
Verificado em 30 de outubro de 2026 · Fontes: visitiran.ir ↗, travel.state.gov ↗, gov.uk ↗
As regras de entrada mudam. Antes da viagem, consulte o site da embaixada ou do serviço de imigração do país.