Iranian Embassy in Pretoria
Embassy 
Iran Pretoria, South Africa
- Address
- Melk Street 245, Pretoria
- Phone
- +27120010555
- Website
- southafrica.mfa.gov.ir
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Record last updated on 16 October 2023
Iran’s embassy to South Africa is in Pretoria, the capital of South Africa, at Melk Street 245, Pretoria. Iran issues South African citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance. It is listed as open Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00.
Opening hours of the Iranian embassy in Pretoria
| Monday | 08:00–16:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00–16:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00–16:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00–16:00 |
| Friday | 08:00–16:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in South Africa
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Day of Reconciliation
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Christmas Day
The Iranian embassy in Pretoria is listed as open Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00.
Iran visa for South African citizens
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Iran issues South African citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Other missions nearby
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Embassy of France in PretoriaMelk Street 250, 0181 Pretoria
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Embassy of South Korea in PretoriaMelk Street 265, 0181 Pretoria
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High Commission of New Zealand in PretoriaMiddel Street 125, 0181 Pretoria
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Embassy of Ireland in PretoriaFlorence Ribeiro Avenue 238, 0181 Pretoria
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Embassy of Lebanon in PretoriaFlorence Ribeiro Avenue 238, Pretoria
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Embassy of the Netherlands in PretoriaFlorence Ribeiro Avenue 210, Pretoria
Iran’s other missions in South Africa
The Iranian embassy in Pretoria is the only mission of Iran in South Africa on record. South Africa in turn has an embassy in Tehran.
Good to know
About the Iranian embassy in Pretoria
It appears in official lists as Embassy of Iran in Pretoria.
Address and contact
Address: Melk Street 245, Pretoria. The record for the Iranian embassy in Pretoria includes a phone number and an official website.
Iranian citizens travelling to South Africa
South Africa requires a visa from Iranian citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
When the Iranian embassy in Pretoria is closed
Expect the Iranian embassy in Pretoria to be shut on Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026 and Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Before visiting the Iranian embassy in Pretoria
Current procedures for the Iranian embassy in Pretoria, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the Iranian embassy in Pretoria
Within 1 km of the Iranian embassy in Pretoria there are 17 other foreign missions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the Iranian Embassy in Pretoria?
The Iranian embassy in Pretoria is at Melk Street 245, Pretoria.
What are the opening hours of the Iranian Embassy in Pretoria?
The Iranian embassy in Pretoria is listed as open Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00.
Is the Iranian Embassy in Pretoria open on Saturday?
No. The hours on record for the Iranian embassy in Pretoria do not include Saturday.
When is the Iranian Embassy in Pretoria closed?
The Iranian embassy in Pretoria closes on South Africa’s public holidays, the next being Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026, and usually on the national day of Iran.
Do South African citizens need a visa for Iran?
Iran issues South African citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
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