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title: Iran visa for citizens of Vanuatu
description: "Citizens of Vanuatu can get a visa on arrival in Iran. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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lastModified: 2026-06-27
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# Iran visa for citizens of Vanuatu

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

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-27. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on arrival
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather passport, photo, flight booking, hotel reservation, and cash for visa fee.
2. **Travel to Iran** — Arrive at one of the international airports that offer visa on arrival.
3. **Locate visa on arrival counter** — Follow signs to the Visa on Arrival section before immigration.
4. **Complete application form** — Fill in the visa application form provided at the counter.
5. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Hand over the form, passport, photo, and pay the visa fee in cash.
6. **Wait for processing** — Visa is usually processed within 10–30 minutes.
7. **Receive visa and enter** — Collect your passport with the visa sticker and proceed to immigration.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay.
- **Passport-sized photo** (Identity): One recent photo is typically required for the visa.
- **Return/onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel from Iran is mandatory.
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel): Accommodation booking for the entire stay is usually requested.
- **Visa application form** (Supporting): May be filled in upon arrival at the airport.
- **Travel insurance** (Financial, optional): Not always mandatory but recommended by some sources.
- **Visa fee (cash)** (Financial): Must be paid in Euros or US dollars at the counter.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at major international airports in Iran (e.g., Tehran IKIA, Mashhad, Shiraz, Isfahan).
- Travelers with a passport containing an Israeli visa or entry/exit stamps may be denied entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months from date of entry.** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.
- **Unable to provide return/onward ticket or hotel reservation.** — Have printed copies of confirmed flight and hotel bookings ready.
- **Presence of Israeli stamps or visa in passport.** — If you have Israeli stamps, apply for an e-visa or visa before travel instead.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport; Passport-sized photo; Return/onward ticket; Hotel reservation; Visa application form; Visa fee (cash); and 1 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

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