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🇨🇦 Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Iran?
Canada citizens need a visa to visit Iran, and it must usually be arranged before you travel. Typical allowed stay: 14 days.
Visa required
Canada → Iran
RequirementVisa required
Allowed stay14 days
DetailsCanadian citizens who want to travel to Iran, need to do so with a fully organized tour. Applying for an Iranian visa without booking a complete tour from a local travel agency will result in getting rejected by the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA). Tourists for Kish and Qeshm Islands do not require a visa for a total of 14 days.[180][circular reference] The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Iran due to violent civil unrest volatile security situation, the regional threat of terrorism and the possibility of arbitrary detention[181] Yes
What to doYou need to get a visa in advance, usually from the embassy, consulate, or an authorised visa centre, before you travel.
Requirements
- Apply in advance at the embassy, consulate, or an authorised visa centre.
- Typical documents: passport, application form, photos, itinerary, proof of funds, accommodation.
- Some visas need an invitation letter, travel insurance, or biometrics.
- Processing can take days to weeks, so apply well ahead of travel.
Source: Wikipedia (cites embassies / IATA Timatic)
Where else can Canada passport holders go?
🇹🇠Thailand🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates🇬🇧 United Kingdom🇺🇸 United States🇯🇵 Japan🇫🇷 France🇸🇬 Singapore🇲🇾 Malaysia🇹🇷 Turkey🇮🇩 Indonesia🇪🇸 Spain🇮🇹 Italy🇦🇺 Australia🇩🇪 Germany🇵🇹 Portugal🇬🇷 Greece🇻🇳 Vietnam🇶🇦 Qatar🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
All destinations for Canada passport holders
Visiting Iran from other countries
🇮🇳 India🇺🇸 United States🇬🇧 United Kingdom🇳🇬 Nigeria🇵🇠Philippines🇵🇰 Pakistan🇨🇳 China🇧🇷 Brazil🇩🇪 Germany🇫🇷 France🇦🇺 Australia
Visa information is indicative. Always confirm with the official embassy before you travel.