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The international direct dialing code for Morocco is +98. Please check with your mobile phone provider if you are able to have coverage in Iran.
Sometimes, the ability to create your own bespoke holiday can be overwhelming with all the different options available, especially if you are coming as a group.
We have put together the following guide to help you in planning your travel to Iran in 2024, but if you just want to talk it through with someone, give us a call or let us call you. We are here to help, talking about Iran is our favorite thing.
Traveling on your own is quite fine except for the American, British & Canadian nationals who have to book a tour with an authorized travel agency. If you have booked a group tour or a private multi-day tour around Iran or a day tour or a cooking day tour in a city with us we will do our best to be a great help in organizing your trip so that you focus on enjoying and exploring this beautiful country.
Many nationalities can get their electronic visa in their passport or on a separate paper though some American, British & Canadian nationals have to book a tour in order to get the visa. When entering the country, make sure your passport is stamped. Uppersia will get your visa invitation letter so that you can get your Iran visa. In 2024 more nationalities can travel to Iran without the need for getting a visa.
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months following your stay in Iran but we suggest having 9 months remaining on your passport as a precaution. If you are unsure about this timing, please contact us.
The cases of Covid-19 are recorded in a very low and mild lever in Iran in 2024.
Iranian official currency is Rial which is also known as IRR but Toman is the name of the game on the ground. Toman is like taking out one Zero from Rial. People usually talk in Tomans and the price tags are in Toman. For example 10,000 Tomans is 100,000 Rials.
Drinking and trading Alcohol is strictly prohibited in Iran.
Iranian crafts such carpets have been world-famous for their variety and quality. The best thing to remember is that hard bargaining is essential!
Water is safe to drink from the tap for locals but maybe not for traveler. Make sure you drink mineral water.
Tehran GMT+3:30
You need the plug which has two round pins with two earth clips on the side. Iran operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
It depends on what part of Iran and the timing you have planned to visit Iran. In general in central Iran early mornings will immediately warm up as soon as the sun rises and the days will be warm and hot depending on the season. As soon as the sun sets, the temperature drops.
Iran covers a variety of climates and landscapes including amazing Zagros and Alborz ranges encompassing Damavand, Sabalan, Sahand or Dena mountains, Iran central and Lut desert, amazing forests in Northern Iran by Caspian see and amazing seashore by Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean.
