Iran Visa for British Passport Holders
Iran Visa for British Citizens > Visa-Free Travel: NO| Airport Visa: NO | Visa Stamp Fee @Consulate: EUR180
How to get Iran Visa with passport of United Kingdom?
Iran Visa Free Travel
for British passport
WIth British ordinary passport, you are NOT eligible for visa-free entry to Iran.
Iran Visa on Arrival
for British passport
WIth British ordinary passport, you are NOT eligible for Iran Visa on Arrival.
Visa Before Travel
for British passport
With United Kingdom ordinary passport, you need to have your visa in hand before traveling to Iran. However, you need to fulfill certain requirements like having a pre-arranged travel itinerary with escort of an authorized tour guide.
If you are a Muslim (having a Muslim name in your passport), these requirements may be waived as the trip can be classified as a pilgrimage visit. The process will be also faster.Â
In both cases, you need to have a visa grant notice before collecting the visa from the Iranian consulate you select. You can apply for this visa grant notice (also known as visa approval or visa authorization code), using our service below.
The service fee for getting the visa grant notice using this service is £85.00 ($115) and the process takes 6-8 weeks. You can expedite the process to 3-6 weeks by using the urgent process (£128.00 / $172).
Visa Stamp Fee
Iran Visa before Travel
for British passport
€180
 This shall be paid upon visa collection at the Iranian Consulate where you collect the visa.
The consulates may charge 50% extra for urgent issue of the visa.
- Visa Sticker or Entry Stamps: You don't get any sticker or stamp in your passport when collecting the visa, or when entering or exit Iran. The visa is electronic and you receive a paper copy which must be kept until exit from Iran.
Iranian Consulates in United Kingdom
If you need an Iran Visa, you don’t need to be in United Kingdom for collecting your visa.
You can select to collect your visa from any of the Iranian Consulates worldwide.
Iran Visa Application Process
In compliance with the regulations set forth by the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, a Tourist visa is granted to foreign nationals who wish to travel to Iran either independently, as part of a group, or to visit friends and relatives.
This visa allows for a maximum stay of 90 days, with the possibility of extensions within Iran, and remains valid for a period of 3 months from the date of issuance. Depending on your nationality and the consulate you approach, you have the option to submit your documents and obtain a visa after a few days without requiring a reference from Iran. Alternatively, you can apply through the new e-visa system. However, this process may prove time-consuming or unproductive, especially when applying from outside your home country.
Most consulates typically require an authorization letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tehran, a crucial step in the visa application process. Once you have obtained this authorization code, the remaining steps are relatively straightforward, and you can usually receive your visa within 1 or 2 days.
While an Entry (Business) visa is an option, it necessitates an invitation letter from your Iranian host. It’s important to note that opting for a tourist visa provides the advantage of enjoying special tourist rates with hotels and other accommodations.
Step 1 : Complete the Application Form
Your submitted data will be used to generate a formal application sent to the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, granting authorization to the consulate for visa issuance. It’s crucial to ensure the accuracy of the details entered, as they must align with your passport information and the documents you will later submit to the consulate for visa collection.
Step 2 : Payment
Upon submission of your application, you will be provided with the service bill and payment instructions. It’s important to note that this charge is separate from the visa fee required for the consulate to stamp your passport in Step 4.
Step 3 :Â Obtaining the Visa Grant Notice
Upon completion, you will receive an authorization letter, referred to as the Visa Grant Notice, which will be sent to the Iranian Consulate or airport specified in your application form. You will be provided with both the visa code and a visa grant notice document, allowing you to retrieve your visa. Please note that this code is exclusively valid for the designated consulate and only for a duration of 2 or 3 months from the date of issue. If needed, you can request us to forward it to another consulate for an additional charge.
Step 4 :Â Visa Collection
With the reference code in hand, proceed to the consulate accompanied by your passport (valid for the next 6 months), the completed visa application form (available for pickup at the consulate or downloadable from their website), 2 recent passport-sized photos (sometimes not required), the applicable visa fee (subject to your nationality), and the authorization reference code. Always ensure to verify the specific document requirements with the consulate, as variations may exist from one consulate to another. Additionally, explore the possibility of submitting the documents by mail and receiving the visa through this method. For further information, please reach out to the consulate directly. You can access a directory of all Iranian consulates here.
Step 5. Arrival in Iran
Congratulations! You are now free to enter Iran!
Please share your feedback with us regarding the visa collection process. Let us know if it was straightforward or if you encountered any challenges. In the event of any issues, rest assured that we will stand by you to resolve them until you successfully obtain your visa. We greatly value the feedback provided by our clients, as it helps us enhance our services. Even during your travels within Iran, we remain at your disposal. Feel free to reach out for any questions, assistance, or additional services you may require. Should you wish to extend your visa, you can make such arrangements through the Police Department of Foreign Aliens Affairs when in any major Iranian city. Safe travels!
Iran Visa Application
Simply complete the following form, get the visa grant notice, and collect your Iran visa from the Iranian consulate or airport* of your choice.
* Airport visa collection is currently not available for passport holders of:Â USA, UK, Canada, Colombia, Somalia, Bangladesh, Jordan, Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan.
Visa Form
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