Japan
Iran
Iran visa for Japanese citizens
Entry requirement
Japanese citizens do not need a visa for Iran: stays of up to 15 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 15 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at japan.mfa.gov.ir
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Iranian citizens travelling to Japan
IranJapan Visa required Japan visa for citizens of Iran
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 Japan 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 Japanese citizens can stay in Iran
Japanese citizens may stay in Iran for up to 15 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Iran.
Iran’s neighbours for Japanese citizens
Armenia and Turkey admit Japanese citizens visa-free. Turkmenistan and Afghanistan require Japanese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Iranian citizens travelling to Japan
Japan requires Iranian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Iran?
Japanese citizens do not need a visa for Iran: stays of up to 15 days are visa-free.
How long can Japanese citizens stay in Iran?
Japanese citizens can stay in Iran for up to 15 days.
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Japan?
Japan requires Iranian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can Japanese citizens enter Iran visa-free?
Yes, Japanese citizens can enter Iran without a visa and stay for up to 15 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.