Turkey
Iran
Iran visa for Turkish citizens
Entry requirement
Turkish citizens do not need a visa for Iran: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at turkey.mfa.gov.ir
For longer stays: study, work and residence
- Student visa Maximum stay: As printed on the visa
- Work visa Maximum stay: As printed on the visa; the stay is then covered by residence and a work permit
- Tourist visa Maximum stay: Full waiver countries: as set by each agreement (Türkiye: 90 days within 180 days). 15-day waiver countries: 15 days once every six months. Visa holders: as printed on the visa.
- Transit visa Maximum stay: As printed on the visa; the Berlin embassy fee table lists transit visas for 7 days
Iranian citizens travelling to Turkey
IranTurkey Visa-free, 90 days Turkey 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.
For a trip from Turkey 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).
Good to know
How long Turkish citizens can stay in Iran
Turkish citizens may stay in Iran for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Iran.
Iran’s neighbours for Turkish citizens
Azerbaijan admits Turkish citizens visa-free. Turkmenistan and Afghanistan require Turkish citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Iranian citizens travelling to Turkey
Iranian citizens do not need a visa for Turkey: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between Turkey and Iran.
Frequently asked questions
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for Iran?
Turkish citizens do not need a visa for Iran: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Turkish citizens stay in Iran?
Turkish citizens can stay in Iran for up to 90 days.
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Turkey?
Iranian citizens do not need a visa for Turkey: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can Turkish citizens enter Iran visa-free?
Yes, Turkish citizens can enter Iran without a visa and stay for up to 90 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.