Iran Press Visa
This visa could be tricky to get as the Iranian government keeps a tight lock on who can enter the country for journalistic purposes. The Iran Press visa is issued for journalists and representatives of foreign media and press who intend to travel to Iran for purposes relating to their profession for a specific period. The biggest hurdle is getting the visa authorization number from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tehran.
- Go to my Iran visa page to get information on how to get a different type of visa for Iran.
- I’m going to tell you below all you need to know about getting this visa:
- There are a number of reputable Iranian tour companies that can help you, including G Adventures.
- You will need to contact the agency and fill out a form with your personal details, which consulate/embassy you want to process your Iranian visa, and your travel details. This agency or tour group will then apply on your behalf to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs so that you can get a visa authorization number.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Iran will take some time (depending on your nationality) to fax your visa authorization number to whatever Iranian consulate or embassy you selected from Step 1 above. Contact your agent to confirm if/when this was sent.
- If you’re inside the U.S.:
Iranian Interests Section of the Embassy of Pakistan
- If you’re outside of the U.S.: Click here.
Your agency will need to confirm if the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Iran has already faxed your visa authorization number to your consulate/embassy.
Gather the required documents (which will vary from consulate to consulate).
- Either apply in person or mail the information to the Consulate/Embassy you found in Step 3
- Don’t forget to include a prepaid self-addressed US Post Office Express mail envelope so that the Embassy/Consulate can return your passport with visa
- Wait for a little bit to get your Iranian visa. That’s it!
- Upon arrival, you will need to stop by the Main Office for Publication & Media, Ministry of Guidance in Tehran.
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