Iran visa requirements for Rwandans
Travel and visa requirements
Iranian Visa is not required for Rwandans
Stay Duration: 30 days
Entry Requirements
- Rwandan citizens can get visa on arrival for travelling to Ethiopia as tourist and the maximum duration of stay is 30 days.
- Facilities for Electronic visa is also available for Rwanda passport holders.
- Rwandans are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 30 days from the date of arrival.
- Visas granted on arrival can only be obtained by visitors with passports coming for tourism only and staying for no more than 15 days.
- They must have a pre-approval code from the Iran embassy in their home country before travelling.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for visitors aged 9 months and above.
- Pets may enter as visitor's luggage, as cargo, or in the cabin.
- Birds, cats and dogs must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate and a vaccination certificate against rabies.
- 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.
- On leaving the country, visitors will be required to pay a departure tax of IRR 70,000.
- Visitors are allowed to possess up to IRR 500,000 on entry and at departure.
- All tourists or foreigners 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 strongly recommended to have several passport photos and copies of their passport, especially the page 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 crime that is met with very severe penalties in Iran.
- Bringing in alcoholic drinks and old books or magazines is also not allowed.
- It is prohibited to bring in 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.
- 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, 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Rwanda.
- Transportation in Iran is made mainly by road which is also the best way to escape the traffic and crowded streets of city centers.
- The currency adopted by Iran is the Iranian Rail.
- Persian (Farsi) is the predominant and official language of Iran.
- Tourism in Iran is diverse, 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?
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 diarrhea or vomiting.