Asia
Iran
Persian gardens, mosques and ancient cities. Many governments advise against travel: check the latest advice.
Caution: some areas are unsafe
Parts of this country are unsafe or advised against. Check your government's official travel advice before you go and during your trip.
Many governments advise against all travel; border areas are especially dangerous.
Official advice for my nationality- Local time
- 16:12
- Currency
- IRR
- Calling code
- +98
- Capital
- Tehran
- Languages spoken
- Persian
Respect & manners
- Foreigners, and especially dual nationals, risk arbitrary detention.
- Strict dress code in public: women must cover their hair; men wear long trousers.
- Alcohol is illegal.
- Never photograph police, military or government buildings.
- Foreign bank cards do not work: bring cash.
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