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Iran visa for Emirati citizens

Entry requirement

Visa-free up to 15 days

Emirati citizens can visit Iran without a visa for up to 15 days.

Maximum stay
15 days
Where to apply
Nothing to apply for in advance

Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at abudhabi.mfa.gov.ir

For longer stays: study, work and residence

All visa types for Iran

Iranian citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates

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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 the United Arab Emirates 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 Emirati citizens can stay in Iran

Emirati citizens may stay in Iran for up to 15 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Iran.

Iran’s neighbours for Emirati citizens

Armenia, Pakistan, Azerbaijan and Turkey admit Emirati citizens visa-free. Turkmenistan and Afghanistan require Emirati citizens to obtain a visa in advance.

Iranian citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates requires a visa from Iranian citizens, available online as an e-Visa.

Frequently asked questions

Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Iran?

Emirati citizens can visit Iran without a visa for up to 15 days.

How long can Emirati citizens stay in Iran?

Emirati citizens can stay in Iran for up to 15 days.

Do Iranian citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?

The United Arab Emirates requires a visa from Iranian citizens, available online as an e-Visa.

Can Emirati citizens enter Iran visa-free?

Yes, Emirati citizens can enter Iran without a visa and stay for up to 15 days.

Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.