Puerto Rican visa for Iranian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Iranian passport holders visiting Puerto Rico for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Iranian citizens to enter Puerto Rico for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Puerto Rico e-visa for Iranian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Puerto Rico visa on arrival for Iranian citizens | Not Available | |
Puerto Rico tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Iranian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Puerto Rico.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Puerto Rico.
If you are looking for Puerto Rico visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Iran, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Puerto Rico nearest your place of residence.
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Iran traveling to Puerto Rico from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Iran) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 297 | N/A |
| 2009 | 255 | -14.14% |
| 2010 | 255 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 244 | -4.31% |
| 2012 | 246 | 0.82% |
| 2013 | 254 | 3.25% |
| 2014 | 260 | 2.36% |
| 2015 | 283 | 8.85% |
| 2016 | 299 | 5.65% |
| 2017 | 281 | -6.02% |
| 2018 | 245 | -12.81% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Puerto Rico & Iran comparison
Puerto Rico's area is approximately 8,870 km2 (3,424 sq mi), while the area of Iran is approximately 1,628,550 km2 (628,786 sq mi). This means Iran is 183.60 times bigger than Puerto Rico.
As of November 2025, Puerto Rico's population is ~2.5 million people - 86,944,953 fewer people than the population of Iran.
We have highlighted Puerto Rico & Iran’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Puerto Rico | Iran | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,507,537 | 89,452,490 | 86.9 million fewer people live in Puerto Rico than Iran |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 0 | 61 | Puerto Rico has 61 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Iran. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 8 | 12 | Puerto Rico passport holders visit 4 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 23 | 83 | Puerto Rican hosts 60 fewer foreign missions than Iran. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Iran travel to Puerto Rico in one year?
The number of visitors from Iran visiting Puerto Rico in 2018 was approximately 245.
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- Travel time: 25 hours 7 minutes
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