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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Iran.
in local currency
For minor expenses on arrival in country of destination
Local currency / ISO Code
Iranian rial IRR
Credit cards cannot be used.
Upon departure, bank receipts must be shown for all exchange transactions.
Currency exchange not advised on the black market.
Reconversion of IRR almost impossible!
Capital
Teheran
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Voltage
220 volt / adapter recommended
Time difference with Switzerland
+ 2.5 h
National language
Official language
Persian
Language capabilities
English, German and French
Travel documents for Swiss citizens
Passport still valid 6 months or more after end of stay with visa, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds.
Passports with Israeli visa (entry stamp) may cause considerable difficulty or denied entry.
Tourists must register at the Police within 8 days upon arrival.
It recommended to take some passport photos (women with head cloth) as well as photocopies of the passport with one.
The entry is refused for women who are not dressed in accordance with the Islamic regulations.
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Teheran, 13 Yasaman Street, Sharifimanesh Avenue, Elahieh
Tel.: +98 21 2200 8333
Opening hours
Banks
7.30 - 14.00 h (Sat - Wed)
7.30 - 12.00 h (Thu)
Stores
10.00 - 21.00 h (Sat - Thu)
9.00 - 20.00 h (Fri)
Driving
International driver's licence required for car rentals.
Rental cars with driver available.
Minimum age for car rentals: 18 to 25 (varies by company).
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Minimum risk of malaria.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Other information
This country is in an active earthquake zone.
Security
Consult the media about the current situation before and during the journey and stay in contact with your tour operator.
Travel to the border areas with Pakistan and Afghanistan as well as the Iranian-Iraki border area not advised.
Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
Avoid nighttime driving.
Special legal regulations
Possession, transportation and consumption of alcohol prohibited.
Photographing persons wearing an uniform, military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.
Severe penalties for violations of drug laws (up to life imprisonment/death penalty).
Cultural characteristics
Iran is a conservative Moslem country. Please observe local customs for dress code and conduct.
Ramadan 2019: 05.05. - 04.06.
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