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British Embassy in Iran

1 embassy

In Iran, the United Kingdom has an embassy in Tehran. The United Kingdom requires Iranian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

British Embassy in Tehran

Embassy of the United Kingdom in Tehran

Embassy · Tehran

Open 24/7

Address: 172 Ferdowsi Avenue, 11316-99813 Tehran
Website: gov.uk
Head of mission: Hugo Shorter

The United Kingdom has its embassy in Tehran, the capital; the address on record is 172 Ferdowsi Avenue, 11316-99813 Tehran. The head of mission on record is Hugo Shorter. Its website is linked on its page.

United Kingdom visa for Iranian citizens

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United Kingdom visa requirements for citizens of Iran

Standard Visitor visa (up to 6 months)
Visitor in Transit visa (landside)
Student and work routes (brief)
Fee: £135
5 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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The United Kingdom requires Iranian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. In Iran, applications go to the British embassy in Tehran, or to a visa centre working for the United Kingdom.

Iran’s missions in the United Kingdom

Missions of Iran in the United Kingdom (2)

In return, Iran has 2 missions in the United Kingdom, including its embassy in London.

Good to know

The United Kingdom in Iran

Worldwide, the United Kingdom has 280 missions in 168 countries; one of them is in Iran.

Travel to Iran for British citizens

British citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Iran. In Iran, British citizens can turn to the British embassy for passports and emergency help.