Visas & residency - Living in Tehran (LiT) Forum

Extending a tourist visa: share your experience

LiT Team — Mon, 09 Nov 2026 17:25:06 +0000

If you have extended a tourist visa while in Iran, tell us how it went. Where did you apply, what documents did you need, how long did it take and how long an extension were you given?

Rules and procedures change, so please add the month and year. Check current requirements with the authorities before you rely on any account here.

Work permits: what did your employer need from you?

LiT Team — Mon, 09 Nov 2026 17:25:06 +0000

Getting a work permit usually involves your employer as well as you, and the paperwork can take time. What did you have to provide, such as degree certificates, translations or medical checks, and how long did the process take from start to finish?

Please don't post copies of documents, and do include the date of your application.

Share your visa or residency experience, with the date

LiT Team — Mon, 09 Nov 2026 17:18:50 +0000

Visa and residency rules change often, and first-hand accounts are one of the best ways to keep track. If you have recently applied for a visa, a residence permit or an extension, tell us what you applied for, roughly how long it took and anything that surprised you.

Please always include the month and year, and never post photos of your passport or documents. Official requirements should always be checked with the relevant embassy or authority.

Dual nationals: questions and experiences

LiT Team — Mon, 09 Nov 2026 17:18:50 +0000

Many LiT readers hold Iranian nationality alongside another passport, which brings its own questions about travel documents, military service and paperwork for children.

Use this thread to ask questions and share what has happened to you, with dates. Personal accounts are not legal advice, so for anything important check with the relevant authority before you travel.