Greece
Iran
Iran visa for Greek citizens
Entry requirement
Greek citizens can get a visa on arrival in Iran, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at greece.mfa.gov.ir
Which Iran visa?
Visa on arrival at Iranian international airports
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- As printed on the visa issued at the airport
- Processing time
- Apply online at least 2 days before travel; the visa is printed at the airport counter
Iran’s official site for the visa on arrival is evisatraveller.mfa.ir. Processing time, as Iran states it: Apply online at least 2 days before travel; the visa is printed at the airport counter. Longest stay on the visa on arrival: As printed on the visa issued at the airport.
Iranian citizens travelling to Greece
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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.
Before travelling from Greece to Iran, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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).
Good to know
How long Greek citizens can stay in Iran
Greek citizens may stay in Iran for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Iran.
How Greek citizens apply
Greek citizens receive the visa for Iran at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Iran’s neighbours for Greek citizens
Armenia and Turkey admit Greek citizens visa-free. Turkmenistan and Afghanistan require Greek citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Iranian citizens travelling to Greece
Iranian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Greece.
Frequently asked questions
Do Greek citizens need a visa for Iran?
Greek citizens can get a visa on arrival in Iran, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Greek citizens stay in Iran?
Greek citizens can stay in Iran for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Greece?
Iranian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Greece.
Can Greek citizens enter Iran visa-free?
No; Greek citizens need a visa on arrival in Iran.
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.