Are you looking for visa requirements for your country? Click here!
Expedited Service
Secure Online Forms
Knowledgeable Staff

Iran Visa Requirements for U.S. Citizens


Tourist Visa Requirements
  • TOURIST VISA:

    • Submit your signed passport having two (2) completely blank “visa” pages and 6 months validity beyond the travel dates. If you need help securing, renewing or updating your passport, please contact GenVisa at 800-845-8968 for requirements and fees.
    • Iran Visa Application Form, fully completed and signed.
    • 1 Recent Professional Passport-type photograph (females ages 9 and up must cover their hair).
    • Contact Form – Click HERE to print.
    • A photocopy of driver license(s).
    • An authorization number obtained through a tour operator. These tours are usually conducted through agencies in the U.S. or the European Union.
    • Copy of return or onward tickets or travel agency/airline itinerary in each traveler’s name.
    • A letter provided by the applicant(s) stating the purpose of their visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran.
    • Non-US citizens must submit a copy of Alien Registration Card (green card) or evidence of legal status in the US.

Business Visa Requirements
  • BUSINESS VISA

    • Submit your signed passport having two (2) completely blank “visa” pages and 6 months validity beyond the travel dates. If you need help securing, renewing or updating your passport, please contact GenVisa at 800-845-8968 for requirements and fees.
    • Iran Visa Application Form, fully completed and signed.
    • 1 Recent Professional Passport-type photograph (females ages 9 and up must cover their hair).
    • A photocopy of driver license(s)
    • Copy of return or onward tickets or travel agency/airline itinerary in each traveler’s name.
    • Non-US citizens must submit a copy of Alien Registration Card (green card) or evidence of legal status in the US.
    • Contact your business associate in Iran and ask that they request a visa for you through the Foreign Ministry in Tehran.
      Once the foreign Ministry approves you request, they will send the Embassy of Iran in Washington DC an authorization to issue a visa
    • Order Form – Click HERE to download the order form.
    • A business letter of responsibility is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to: Embassy of Iran, Visa Section, Washington D.C.

    The letter must explain all of the following:

    • The purpose of travel
    • Business reference to be visited in Iran
    • Guarantee financial support for the applicant while in Iran
    • Return transportation to the U.S.A

    *You need to install  to view the documents.

Processing Instructions
Please forward the completed requirements detailed above to:
Generations Visa Service
2233 Wisconsin Ave NW
Suite 405
Washington, DC 20007
Fees

GenVisa Service Fee:
$69.00 per visa obtained within 30 business days or more.

  • Add $55.00 per person for expedited service within 21 business days.
  • Add $75.00 per person for expedited service within 14 business days.

 

Consular Fee:

  • $95.00 – Single Entry Visa
  • $140.00 – Double Entry Visa

Optional insurance:
$12.00 per passport:
  • in the unlikely event that your passport is lost or damaged in transit. This will cover your full out of pocket visa(s) and passport replacement costs up to $2,000.
Return Postage

Continental USA Only:

  • $34.00 FedEx Letter (Next Business Day – up to three passports)
  • $24.00 FedEx 2nd Business Day
  • $55.00 FedEx Letter (Saturday Delivery)

Alaska, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, U.S. Virgin Islands: 

Add $35.00 to the shipping fee chosen above

For international shipping costs, please contact GenVisa.

Notes About Our Iran Visa & Passport Services

Passport must have at least six months remaining validity and contain at least two blank visa pages for visa to be issued. GenVisa can assist with obtaining U.S. Passports, whether new issue or renewal.

Special requirements exist for U.S. Official and Diplomatic passport holders.

Send ALL the requirements above (and a check payable to Generations Visa) via traceable type of mail to the Generations Visa office immediately. GenVisa will hand-carry your application to the Embassy if applicable. Please allow at least 21 business days of processing time.

Disclaimer:

GenVisa acts only as an agent. It is the traveler’s responsibility to fully and accurately complete the application. GenVisa cannot be held responsible for any delays or loss of passports when not in the actual possession of GenVisa.

Why Use Our Visa & Passport Services?
Guaranteed Passport
Expediting Service
Same-Day Issue for
Urgent Applications
Expert Visa Processing
for All Countries
Explore Available Visas
News & Articles
Keep up with the industry’s latest news and information by reading our blog.
April 7, 2023
Expedited Passport Renewal

If you apply now, the Standard Processing time for a new passport is…

Full Article
April 7, 2023
China Business Visa

China business visa or trade visa, M visa for short, is issued to…

Full Article
March 20, 2023
Jordan E-Visa Introduction

Effective March 19, 2023, Jordan has discontinued issuance of Stamp Visas and implemented…

Full Article
March 16, 2023
Notice on New Adjustments to Chinese Visa and Entry Policies

In order to facilitate the people-to-people exchanges between China and other countries, the…

Full Article
More Articles