TuvaluIran: Visa on arrival

TuvaluIran

Do Tuvalu passport holders need a visa for Iran?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. Tuvalu 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

Distance13,934 km, straight line (~16h 54m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Iran214 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Iran passport holders visiting Tuvalu: Visa on arrival.

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

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Frequently asked questions

Do Tuvalu passport holders need a visa for Iran?

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

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

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Iran from Tuvalu?

About 13,934 km in a straight line, roughly ~16h 54m 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 Tuvalu?

Iran drives on the right, the opposite side to Tuvalu. 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 Tuvalu

Tuvalu is an archipelagic country in the Polynesian sub-region of Oceania in the Pacific Ocean, about midway between Hawaii and Australia. It lies east-northeast of the Santa Cruz Islands, northeast of Vanuatu, southeast of Nauru, south of Kiribati, west of Tokelau, northwest of Samoa and Wallis and Futuna, and north of Fiji.

CapitalFunafuti

RegionPolynesia

Population9.5K

Area26 km²

CurrencyAustralian dollar, Tuvaluan dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.43 AUD)

LanguagesEnglish, Tuvaluan

Calling code+688

Drives on theleft

TimezoneFunafuti (UTC+12)

Nearest airportFunafuti International Airport (FUN), 17 km

Emergency number911

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$6,041 (2025)

Tourist arrivals3.6K (2019)

Travel guide

Tuvalu is a group of nine low-lying islands and atolls in the South Pacific that form the fourth smallest country in the world. It is also one of the most isolated and remote independent countries in the world. Since its highest point is 3 metres above sea level, some studies predict that the majority of the land will be regularly inundated by the sea by the end of this century due to climate change. While the nation makes preparations for its possible demise, it still welcomes tourists to its beautiful beaches.

Upcoming public holidays

October 1, 2026Tuvalu Day

October 2, 2026Tuvalu Day Holiday

December 25, 2026Kilisimasi

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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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