Iranian visa for Russian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Russian passport holders visiting Iran for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Russian citizens to enter Iran for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Iran e-visa for Russian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Iran visa on arrival for Russian citizens | Eligible | |
Iran tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Russian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Iran.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Iran.
If you are looking for Iran visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Russia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Iran nearest your place of residence.
- Moscow: The Embassy of Iran in Moscow, Russia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 50 minutes)
- Kazan: The Consulate General of Iran in Kazan, Russia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 50 minutes)
- Astrakhan: The Consulate General of Iran in Astrakhan, Russia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 50 minutes)
Iran visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Iran diplomatic mission offices to Russia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Russia traveling to Iran from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Russia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 25,309 | N/A |
| 2009 | 24,822 | -1.92% |
| 2010 | 25,552 | 2.94% |
| 2011 | 24,822 | -2.86% |
| 2012 | 23,849 | -3.92% |
| 2013 | 23,119 | -3.06% |
| 2014 | 23,362 | 1.05% |
| 2015 | 23,119 | -1.04% |
| 2016 | 23,119 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 24,336 | 5.26% |
| 2018 | 24,092 | -1.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Iran & Russia comparison
Iran's area is approximately 1,628,550 km2 (628,786 sq mi), while the area of Russia is approximately 16,376,870 km2 (6,323,142 sq mi). This means Russia is 10.06 times bigger than Iran.
As of November 2025, Iran's population is ~89.5 million people - 56,773,840 fewer people than the population of Russia.
We have highlighted Iran & Russia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Iran | Russia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 89,452,490 | 146,226,330 | 56.8 million fewer people live in Iran than Russia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 61 | 242 | Iran has 181 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Russia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 12 | 78 | Iran passport holders visit 66 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 83 | 242 | Iranian hosts 159 fewer foreign missions than Russia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Russia travel to Iran in one year?
The number of visitors from Russia visiting Iran in 2018 was approximately 24,092.
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Useful Information
- Tehran to Moscow: 5926.48 km (3682.54 mi)
- Travel time: 12 hours 20 minutes
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