Iran visa for Ethiopian citizens

For Ethiopian passport holders planning a visit to Iran, securing your travel is streamlined through the convenient e-visa system, which offers a single tourist visa option. This digital process typically grants a stay of up to 30 days and costs approximately $60 USD, payable online. While no direct flights connect Addis Ababa to Tehran, travelers commonly find convenient routes via major Gulf hubs like Dubai or Doha, making for a significant journey. Upon arrival, experiencing Iran's millennia-old Persian culture offers a profound contrast to Ethiopia's ancient Aksumite heritage, and visitors should note that foreign credit and debit cards are generally not accepted for transactions within the country.

eVisa· verified 2026-05-27
Iran e‑Visa Application
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Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Blank pages
2+
Health insurance
Required

Visa options

BusinessEntry Visa (Type A – Entry)
30d
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TouristTourist Visa (Type B – Tourist)
30dvalid 3mo
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TouristTourist Visa on Arrival (Type B – 30 days)
30dvalid 1mo
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TransitTransit Visa
7d
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WorkWork Permit Visa
30d
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StudentStudent Visa
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OtherPilgrimage Visa
30d
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FamilyFamily/Relative Visit Visa (Type F – Family/Relative)
30d
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MedicalMedical Visa (Type T – Medical Treatment)
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OtherPress Visa
30d
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OtherService / Official Visa
multiple-entry
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InvestorInvestment Visa (Type I – Investment)
multiple-entryvalid 1y
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StudentEducation Visa (Type E – Education/Study)
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OtherVisa-Free Entry (Selected Nationalities – up to 90 days)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 3mo
OtherVisa Waiver (15 days)
15dvalid 15d
OtherEntry Permit on Arrival

Visa exempt to Kish/Qeshm (14 days). Visa on arrival at Mashhad (30 days).

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