Iran visa requirements for Malaysians

Travel and visa requirements

Iranian Visa is not required for Malaysians

Stay Duration: 15 days

Entry Requirements

  • For a period of 15 days, Malaysians can travel to Iran without the need for a visa.
  • Intending visitors must have a passport valid for 6 months on entry into Iran. On entry and exit from the country, passports will not be stamped.
  • In Iran, import of local currency up to IRR 500,000 is allowed. Amounts exceeding IRR 500,000 must be deposited at Bank Melli or Bank Sepah, at the airport. Visitors with foreign currency above $10,000 will be required to declare it.
  • Export of local currency up to IRR 500,000 is allowed for tourists. Foreign currencies may be exported by tourists up to the amount declared on arrival or obtained via Bank Melli. Bank receipt and Bank stamp in the passport must be shown on departure to prove the balance of the amount declared on arrival.
  • Travelling to Iran with alcoholic beverages and old books or magazines is prohibited.
  • Admission will be refused to women not wearing Islamic head cover, scarf, long sleeves and stockings.
  • Generally, the import of cats and dogs is prohibited in Iran.
  • Confirmation of accommodation during their stay in Iran is required, which can be a hotel reservation or a letter from the host in the country.
  • Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
  • Although a proof yellow fever vaccination is not required, tourists are advised to be vaccinated against common illnesses.
  • Prospective visitors hoping to travel to Iran can do so from any international airport in Malaysia. There are international airport Kuala Lumpur and Penang Island.
  • Airlines that intending visitors can board from Malaysia to Iran include QatarAirways, Turkish Airlines, Oman Air and Emirate Airlines.
  • The estimated flight time from Kuala Lumpur to Tehran, Iran is 12 hours, 5 minutes and 1 day, 19 hours from Penang Island.
  • The Iranian Rial is the official currency used in Iran. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
  • The official language of Iran is Persian. It is spoken by about 50% of the population. However, Seven other indigenous languages are recognized and widely spoken and they include, Azerbaijani, Kurdish, Lori, Mazandarani, Gilaki, Balochi and Arabic.
  • Tourists are to budget about $60 to spend on expenses per day in Iran.
  • Islam is the official religion in Iran. Sunni and Shi'i are the two largest branches of Islam, with the overwhelming majority of Iranians practising Shi'i Islam.
  • Iran has a hot, dry climate, characterized by long, hot, dry summers and short, cool winters.
  • Visitors can move around in Iran with buses, taxis, car rentals and train. 
  • Iran uses the Iran Daylight Time (GMT+4:30). Malaysia is 4 hours and 30 minutes.
  • Valley of the Stars, Persepolis, Babak Castle and Nasir ol-Molk Mosque are tourists destinations travellers should visit while in Iran.
  • The power and socket plug used in Iran is of Type C and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Hiking and skiing in the Alborz, are some of the activities tourists can engage in to enjoy their stay in Iran.
  • Kebab, Khoresht (Iranian Stew), Fesenjan (Fesenjoon), Zereshk Polo, Dizi / Abgoosht (Stone Pot Iranian Stew) are some of the delicacies enjoyed in Iran.

Frequently Asked Questions

How populous is Iran?

Iran is the 18th-largest country in the world by a population of 80,277,428 people based on estimates published by the United Nations.

Is it safe to visit Iran?

Yes, you can consider Iran as a safe place to travel. Although there are little cases of theft, generally tourists don't have much safety concerns while in Iran. Visitors are advised to exercise a reasonable amount of caution during their stay.

Are there health care systems in Iran?

There are both public and private healthcare sectors but it is advisable to patronise the private hospitals which have more modern facilities to care for foreigners.

Is there a high of risk of malaria in Iran?

Iran is a malaria-epidemic region. Tourists are advised to take malaria drugs which will be sufficient throughout their stay in Iran.