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Iran visa for Chinese citizens
Entry requirement
Chinese citizens do not need a visa for Iran: stays of up to 21 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 21 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Iranian citizens travelling to China
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Travel advice for Iran
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from China to Iran, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Iran at Level 4, do not travel (updated 22 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Iran (updated 27 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Iran (updated 29 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Chinese citizens can stay in Iran
Chinese citizens may stay in Iran for up to 21 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Iran.
Iran’s neighbours for Chinese citizens
Armenia and Azerbaijan admit Chinese citizens visa-free. Turkmenistan and Afghanistan require Chinese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Iranian citizens travelling to China
Iranian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to China.
Frequently asked questions
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Iran?
Chinese citizens do not need a visa for Iran: stays of up to 21 days are visa-free.
How long can Chinese citizens stay in Iran?
Chinese citizens can stay in Iran for up to 21 days.
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for China?
Iranian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to China.
Can Chinese citizens enter Iran visa-free?
Yes, Chinese citizens can enter Iran without a visa and stay for up to 21 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.