Germany passport → Iran

Do German citizens need a visa for Iran?

eVisa (apply online)

German passport holders need an eVisa for Iran. You apply and pay online before you travel.

Sources differ on this route: another dataset lists it as visa on arrival (30 days). Confirm on the official website before you travel.

What this means for your trip

Apply on the official government portal and keep a printed copy of the approval.
Processing usually takes a few working days; apply at least two weeks ahead.
Check that the eVisa type matches your purpose of travel.

Iran at a glance

Capital: Tehran
Currency: Iranian rial (IRR)
Languages: Persian (Farsi)
Calling code: +98
Region: Southern Asia

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Iran for other passports

GermanyeVisa
IndiaeVisa
United StatesVisa required
United KingdomVisa required
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free15 days
ChinaVisa-free21 days
SingaporeVisa-free15 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladesheVisa
Sri LankaeVisa
NepaleVisa
NigeriaVisa on arrival30 days
PhilippineseVisa

Nearby in Southern Asia for German passport holders

BangladeshVisa on arrival30 days
MaldivesVisa on arrival30 days
NepalVisa on arrival90 days
Sri LankaeTA30 days
AfghanistaneVisa
BhutaneVisa
IndiaeVisa30 days
PakistaneVisa30 days

Common questions

Do German citizens need a visa for Iran?

German passport holders need an eVisa for Iran. You apply and pay online before you travel.

How long can German citizens stay in Iran?

The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.

Can German citizens get a visa on arrival in Iran?

Not under the standard rules.

How many countries can German citizens visit without a visa?

158 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Germany passport ranks #6 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).

Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for German citizens (edited 9 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Iran before you travel.