Iran visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Iranian Visa is not required for Indonesians

Stay Duration: days

Entry Requirements

  • Indonesia citizens can get visa on arrival for travelling to Iran as tourist and the maximum duration of stay is 30 days.
  • Indonesians are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 30 days from the date of arrival.
  • Intending visitors must have a pre-approval code from the Iran embassy in their home country before travelling.
  • Visitors above the age of 9 are required to provide a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
  • Visitors are only allowed to import pets as luggage, as cargo, or in the cabin.
  • To bring Birds, cats and dogs into the country, they must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate and a vaccination certificate against rabies.
  • Intending visitors are allowed to bring in a moderate amount of cigarettes, a moderate amount of perfume for personal use and gifts whose import duty or tax should not be more than USD 80.
  • Visitors will be required to pay a departure tax of IRR 70,000.
  • Indonesians are allowed to possess up to IRR 500,000 on entry and at departure.
  • Indonesia citizens entering Iran are required to report their arrival within 8 days at Police Headquarters in Tehran or Main Police Office in other Iranian cities so as to obtain a residential permit.
  • Visitors are advised to have several passport photos and copies of their passport, especially the pages containing personal details as all owners of private or public places such as hotels must inform Police Authorities and Foreign Nationals Residence Record Office of the details of such visitors.
  • Trading in or possession of illegal drugs is a serious offence in Iran that is met with very severe penalties.
  • There is a restriction on the import of alcoholic drinks and old books or magazines.
  • AirAsia, Qatar Airways are the most popular airlines flying from Indonesia to Iran. The most popular city destinations in Iran are Tehran, Mashhad, Shiraz.
  • The estimated flight duration from Jakarta, Indonesia to Tehran, Iran is 9 hours, 42 minutes
  • Also, importation of any kind of live birds or animals and their products, bacteria, fungi, insects, worms, viruses, berries, fruits, plants, seedlings or vegetables, bulbs, parts of plants or cuttings, stalks, roots, seeds and soil especially hose from Asian countries is strictly prohibited. 
  • In Iran, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Iran currently use the Iran Daylight Time zone (GMT+4:30), hence, Jakarta, Indonesia is 3 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Iran.
  • Transportation in Iran is possible by road which is also the best way to escape the traffic and crowded streets of city centers.
  • The Iranian Rail is the currency adopted by the Iran.
  • Iran predominant and official language is Persian (Farsi).
  • Tourism in Iran is different, providing a range of activities from hiking and skiing in the Alborz and Zagros mountains to beach holidays by the Persian Gulf and the Caspian Sea.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel to Iran?

Iran is generally a very safe place to travel. Like in anywhere else, female tourists are advised to be cautious and avoid situations where you are alone with a man you do not know.



What is Iran’s national dish?

Chelo-Kabab or Chelow Kabab is the national dish of Iran. The meal is simple, consisting of steamed, saffroned Persian rice and kabab, of which there are several distinct Persian varieties.


Is it possible to get visa extensions in Iran??

It is possible to extend a 30-day tourist visa to 60 days, but harder to extend again, up to 90 days. You can apply for a visa extension at the Iran Police Aliens Affairs Department.



Can I have bungee jumping adventures in Iran??

Yes, the mountain resort of Touchal in northern Tehran in Iran is a good spot for bungee jumping adventures. You can jump up to 150 m in height.



Is it safe to drink water in Iran?

Tap water is safe to drink in most of Iran, though many travelers stick to bottled water, which is widely available. Do not drink water from rivers or lakes as this may contain bacteria or viruses that can cause diarrhoea or vomiting.