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title: Iran visa for citizens of Benin
description: "Citizens of Benin can get a visa on arrival in Iran. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: €75. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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lastModified: 2026-06-25
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# Iran visa for citizens of Benin

Citizens of Benin can get a visa on arrival in Iran.

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-25. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** €75
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at designated Iranian airport** — Visa on Arrival is issued only at major international airports (e.g., Tehran IKA, Shiraz, Isfahan, Mashhad, Tabriz).
2. **Proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter** — Look for signs indicating 'Visa on Arrival' before passport control.
3. **Submit passport, photos, and completed application form** — The immigration officer will review the documents.
4. **Pay the visa fee in cash (euros)** — Fee is approximately €75 (exact amount may vary).
5. **Receive visa sticker and proceed through immigration** — Visa validity is typically 30 days single entry.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport valid for at least 6 months** (Identity)
- **Two recent passport-size photographs** (Identity)
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): Available upon arrival at designated counters.
- **Onward/return ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel from Iran.
- **Visa fee (cash in euros)** (Financial): Approximately €75, exact amount determined at the airport.
- **Travel insurance** (Travel, optional): Recommended but not mandatory for VOA.

## Proof of funds


Cash payment in euros is required at the airport; no bank statement is typically asked.

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival conditions may change; travelers are advised to check with the nearest Iranian diplomatic mission before travel.
- Not eligible for all nationalities; Benin passport holders are subject to conditions.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months at time of entry** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.
- **Previous visa violations or overstay in Iran** — Adhere to visa conditions and avoid overstaying on previous visits.
- **Insufficient funds or inability to pay visa fee in cash** — Carry sufficient euros in cash to cover the visa fee.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Benin need a visa for Iran?

Citizens of Benin can get a visa on arrival in Iran. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Benin stay in Iran?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Iran visa cost for citizens of Benin?

Government fee: €75.

### What documents do citizens of Benin need for Iran?

Passport valid for at least 6 months; Two recent passport-size photographs; Completed visa application form; Onward/return ticket; Visa fee (cash in euros); Travel insurance.

### How long must my passport be valid for Iran?

At least 6 months.

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