BahamasIran: Visa on arrival

BahamasIran

Do Bahamas passport holders need a visa for Iran?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. Bahamas passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Iran, typically valid for 30 days.

A visa is issued at the border on arrival, usually for a fee, with no advance application.

Source: evisa.mfa.ir (checked September 4, 2026).

RequirementVisa on arrival

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance11,380 km, straight line (~13h 53m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Iran214 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Iran passport holders visiting Bahamas: Visa required.

Iran drives on the right, the opposite side to Bahamas. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Bahamas passport holders need a visa for Iran?

A visa is not required in advance. Bahamas passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Iran, typically valid for 30 days.

How long can Bahamas citizens stay in Iran without a visa?

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Iran from Bahamas?

About 11,380 km in a straight line, roughly ~13h 53m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Iran?

Iranian rial (IRR).

What is the emergency number in Iran?

110 / 115 / 125.

Does Iran drive on the same side of the road as Bahamas?

Iran drives on the right, the opposite side to Bahamas. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Iran in?

Tehran (UTC+3:30).

What is the nearest airport to Tehran?

Mehrabad International Airport (THR), about 12 km away.

How many countries can enter Iran without a visa?

214 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Iran visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Bahamas

The Bahamas, officially the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, is an archipelagic country in the Caribbean located within the Lucayan Archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean. The country comprises 700 islands, and more than 2,500 cays in the Atlantic Ocean, located north of Cuba and north-west of the island of Hispaniola and the Turks and Caicos Islands, southeast of the US state of Florida and east of the Florida Keys. The capital and largest city is Nassau on the island of New Providence. The Royal Bahamas Defence Force describes the Bahamas' territory as encompassing 470,000 km2 (180,000 sq mi) of ocean space.

CapitalNassau

RegionCaribbean

Population403K

Area13,943 km²

CurrencyBahamian dollar, United States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 BSD)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+1242

Drives on theleft

TimezoneNassau (UTC-4)

Nearest airportLynden Pindling International Airport (NAS), 13 km

Emergency number919

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$39,455 (2024)

Tourist arrivals1.8M (2020)

Climate in Nassau

Warmest August, coolest January, driest March, sunniest July. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, June, July, December.

Monthly climate normals for Nassau, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	24.6°C	21.2°C	21mm	314h
February	25.4°C	21.6°C	34mm	302h
March	26°C	22°C	16mm	344h
April	28.3°C	24°C	39mm	343h
May	27.7°C	24.5°C	185mm	303h
June	29°C	25.8°C	78mm	329h
July	30.2°C	26.8°C	87mm	369h
August	30.5°C	27.2°C	125mm	351h
September	29.9°C	26.5°C	129mm	322h
October	29.1°C	25.9°C	122mm	284h
November	27°C	24.3°C	116mm	277h
December	24.9°C	21.2°C	36mm	274h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Bahamas is an archipelago nation in the Atlantic Ocean off the east coast of Florida. The country is made up of about 3,000 islands and cays, of which approximately 30 are populated. The capital city of Nassau, is on the island of New Providence and is home to about half of the country's population. The Bahamas is renowned for its natural beauty and unique culture, and is a popular tropical vacation destination.

Upcoming public holidays

October 12, 2026National Heroes' Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

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About Iran

Iran, officially the Islamic Republic of Iran, and historically known as Persia, is a country in West Asia. It borders Iraq to the west, Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Armenia to the northwest, the Caspian Sea to the north, Turkmenistan to the northeast, Afghanistan to the east, Pakistan to the southeast, and the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf to the south. With a population of over 92 million, Iran ranks 17th globally in both geographic size and population. It is divided into five regions with 31 provinces. Tehran is the nation's capital and largest city and serves as its primary economic center.

CapitalTehran

RegionSouthern Asia

Population92.4M

Area1,648,195 km²

CurrencyIranian rial (1 USD ≈ 1736662.96 IRR)

LanguagesPersian (Farsi)

Calling code+98

Drives on theright

TimezoneTehran (UTC+3:30)

Nearest airportMehrabad International Airport (THR), 12 km

Emergency number110 / 115 / 125

UNESCO sites38

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$3,924 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.6M (2020)

Climate in Tehran

Warmest July, coolest January, driest June, sunniest July. Best time to visit: May, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for Tehran, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	8°C	-0.7°C	32mm	255h
February	11.6°C	1.6°C	98mm	243h
March	16.9°C	6.4°C	50mm	278h
April	19°C	9.3°C	103mm	298h
May	29.5°C	17.2°C	16mm	379h
June	35.6°C	22.6°C	0mm	392h
July	36.6°C	25.5°C	1mm	396h
August	35.1°C	23.6°C	0mm	393h
September	31.1°C	19.8°C	2mm	335h
October	23.6°C	12.1°C	18mm	324h
November	15.1°C	7.9°C	90mm	212h
December	8.4°C	1.4°C	42mm	242h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Iran, formerly Persia, can be considered part of the Middle East or Central Asia; indeed the Persian Empire was the dominant Central Asian power for many centuries. The wellspring of one of the world's great civilizations, Iran is a country of striking natural beauty and gorgeous tiled mosques. Once the centre of a pro-Western monarchy, it became an Islamic Republic in 1979, a modern Islamic theocracy whose laws are based on Ja'fari Shia Islam, and since then, its history has been tumultuous.

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