United Arab EmiratesIran: Visa-free

United Arab EmiratesIran

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Iran?

Visa-free

No. United Arab Emirates passport holders do not need a visa to visit Iran for tourism for stays of up to 15 days.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: karachi.mfa.gov.ir (checked July 19, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay15 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance1,278 km, straight line (~2h nonstop)

Visa-free access to Iran214 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Iran passport holders visiting United Arab Emirates: Visa required.

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Frequently asked questions

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Iran?

No. United Arab Emirates passport holders do not need a visa to visit Iran for tourism for stays of up to 15 days.

How long can United Arab Emirates citizens stay in Iran without a visa?

Up to 15 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Iran from United Arab Emirates?

About 1,278 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Iran?

Iranian rial (IRR).

What is the emergency number in Iran?

110 / 115 / 125.

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 United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), also known simply as the Emirates, is a country in West Asia, situated at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a federal semi-constitutional monarchy made up of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi serving as its national capital. The UAE borders Oman to the east and northeast, and Saudi Arabia to the south and southwest. It shares maritime borders with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Iran in the Persian Gulf, and with Oman in the Gulf of Oman. In 2024, the UAE had an estimated population of over 11 million. Dubai is the country's largest city. Islam is the state religion. Arabic is the official language while English remains the most spoken language and the language of business.

CapitalAbu Dhabi

RegionWestern Asia

Population11.5M

Area83,600 km²

CurrencyUnited Arab Emirates dirham (1 USD ≈ 3.67 AED)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+971

Drives on theright

TimezoneDubai (UTC+4)

Nearest airportZayed International Airport (AUH), 28 km

Emergency number112 / 997 / 998 / 999

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$50,274 (2024)

Tourist arrivals8.1M (2020)

Climate in Abu Dhabi

Warmest July, coolest January, driest May, sunniest May. Best time to visit: November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Abu Dhabi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.8°C	16.8°C	69mm	297h
February	24.2°C	17.5°C	3mm	298h
March	27.7°C	19.8°C	7mm	317h
April	34°C	24.4°C	3mm	303h
May	36.6°C	27.5°C	0mm	374h
June	37.8°C	30.4°C	0mm	370h
July	40.9°C	32.3°C	0mm	351h
August	38.9°C	32.6°C	0mm	336h
September	39.2°C	28.9°C	0mm	337h
October	34.1°C	26.4°C	0mm	337h
November	30°C	23.1°C	0mm	300h
December	25.4°C	19.7°C	0mm	308h

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 United Arab Emirates or simply the Emirates is a country rich in history and culture at the entrance to the Persian Gulf. Boasting attractions ranging from the glittering and cosmopolitan cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, to the vast and unforgiving desert landscapes of the Empty Quarter, it makes an easy starting point for travels in the Middle East.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cultural Sites of Al Ain (Hafit, Hili, Bidaa Bint Saud and Oases Areas)
Jabal Al Fayah
Wadi Wurayah

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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 ≈ 1656702.66 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	-0.8°C	32mm	255h
February	11.6°C	1.5°C	98mm	243h
March	16.9°C	6.3°C	50mm	278h
April	19°C	9.2°C	103mm	298h
May	29.5°C	16.9°C	16mm	379h
June	35.6°C	22.5°C	0mm	392h
July	36.6°C	25.4°C	1mm	396h
August	35.1°C	23.4°C	0mm	393h
September	31.1°C	19.8°C	2mm	335h
October	23.6°C	12°C	18mm	324h
November	15.1°C	7.8°C	90mm	212h
December	8.4°C	1.3°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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