You do not need a visa for Islamic Republic of Iran if you have a Syrian passport

No visa needed

Syrian citizens can enter Islamic Republic of Iran without applying for a visa in advance. Check your passport validity and any onward-travel requirements before you fly.

Visa-free

Frequently asked questions

Do Syrian citizens need a visa for Islamic Republic of Iran?

No. Syrian citizens can enter Islamic Republic of Iran without applying for a visa in advance.

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What Islamic Republic of Iran may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Digital passport photo with white background
Hotel reservations or invitation letter from host
Confirmed flight itinerary with entry and exit dates
Travel insurance valid for Iran (mandatory)
Visa authorization code for VOA or embassy collection

Entry requirements for Syrian travellers

These rules apply specifically to Syrian passport holders entering Islamic Republic of Iran as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months after the traveler exits Iran
Travelers need a valid passport to enter Iran. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler departs from Iran.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Last checked 2026-07-30
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Iran
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Iran.
Last checked 2026-07-30
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Iran.
Last checked 2026-07-30
Not required
Transit visa is not required
International travelers don’t need a visa to transit through Iran.
Last checked 2026-07-30

A look at Islamic Republic of Iran

Persepolis — UNESCO World Heritage Site and ancient capital of the Achaemenid Empire
Isfahan Grand Bazaar — One of the oldest and largest bazaars in the Middle East
Nasir al-Mulk Mosque — The famous Pink Mosque of Shiraz with its kaleidoscopic windows
Yazd — Ancient desert city famous for its Zoroastrian heritage and wind towers