⚡️ Russian Foreign Ministry Advisory for Citizens in Iran
⚡️ Russian Foreign Ministry Advisory for Citizens in Iran
Published by Living in Tehran Magazine | 15 June 2025
The Russian Foreign Ministry has issued comprehensive guidance for Russian citizens currently located in Iran as the Middle East conflict continues to escalate. The advisory provides detailed evacuation routes and safety protocols for Russian nationals seeking to leave the country.
Safety Recommendations
⚠️ Maximum Caution Required
Russian citizens in Iran are advised to exercise maximum caution and observe strict personal safety measures:
- Avoid military and government facilities – do not approach, photograph, or film these locations
- Stay away from crowded places and public gatherings
- Follow local authority instructions strictly and move to shelters/refuges when necessary
Evacuation Routes from Iran
Primary Exit Route: Astara Border Crossing
Due to the closure of Iranian airspace, Russian citizens can leave the country by land through the Astara border crossing to Azerbaijan. However, the process requires advance coordination due to quarantine restrictions.
🚫 Important Border Restriction
The Russian Foreign Ministry draws attention to the fact that due to the quarantine regime in force in Azerbaijan, the border with Iran is closed.
Special permits are required and must be coordinated in advance.
Permit Application Process
Required Documentation for Astara Crossing
To coordinate one-time permits from Azerbaijani authorities (processing time: at least 1-2 working days), Russian citizens must send applications in advance to the Russian Embassy in Tehran.
📧 Application Submission
Send applications to:
- Email: rusembiran@mid.ru
- Telegram: @russianembassytehran
Required Information:
- Full name in Russian and English
- Date of birth
- General civil passport number
- Passport expiration date
- Entry stamp into Iran details
- Contact phone numbers
Transportation from Astara to Baku
Bus Services
Regular bus connections are available from Astara to Baku with the following schedule:
- Departure Location: Bus station (Hazi Aslanov Street, entrance 110)
- Daily Departures: 08:00 and 09:00
- Available Seats: 50 and 18 seats respectively
- Journey Time: 4 hours
- Distance: 281 km
- Ticket Price: 11 manat (≈272,411.76 Iranian rials / ≈7 US dollars)
Alternative Transport
- Taxi Service: 280 manat
- Currency Exchange: Available at “Kapital Bank” (Heydar Aliyev Avenue, 71)
- Bank Hours: Monday-Friday, 09:00-18:00
Onward Travel to Russia
Flight Connections from Baku
Extensive flight options are available from Baku to Russia with up to 20 direct flights per day operated by:
- Aeroflot
- Rossiya Airlines
- Red Wings
- S7 Airlines
- Utair
- IrAero
- Azerbaijan Airlines
Emergency Contact Information
☎️ Emergency Numbers
Russian Embassy in Iran
- Phone: +98-21-6670-1161/63
- Mobile: +98-993-814-7226
- Email: rusembiran@mid.ru
- Telegram: @russianembassytehran
Russian Embassy in Azerbaijan
- Phone: +994-12-597-0870
- Mobile: +994-50-270-2659
- Email: embazerbaijan@mid.ru
- Telegram: @embrusaz
24-Hour Crisis Hotline
- Department of the Situation and Crisis Center of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Phone: +7-495-695-4545
- Email: dskc@mid.ru
- Telegram: @DSKC_MID_Russia
Ongoing Monitoring Requirements
Stay Informed
Russian citizens are strongly recommended to closely monitor messages and warnings from:
- Russian foreign institutions
- Airlines and their official communications
- Tour operators and travel agencies
- Official Russian government Telegram channels
Key Points for Russian Citizens:
- Early Planning Essential: The 1-2 day permit processing time requires immediate action
- Documentation Critical: Ensure all required information is accurately provided
- Financial Preparation: Budget for transport costs and potential extended travel time
- Communication Vital: Maintain contact with embassy throughout the process
Living in Tehran Magazine will continue to monitor and report on developments affecting the international community in Iran. Russian citizens requiring immediate assistance should contact the embassy directly using the provided emergency numbers.
