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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Iran.
in local currency
For minor expenses on arrival in country of destination
Local currency / ISO Code
Iranian rial IRR
Credit cards cannot be used.
Upon departure, bank receipts must be shown for all exchange transactions.
Currency exchange not advised on the black market.
Reconversion of IRR almost impossible!
Time difference with Switzerland
+ 2.5 h
Capital
Teheran
National language
Official language
Persian
Language capabilities
English, German and French
Voltage
220 volt / adapter recommended
Opening hours
Banks
7.30 - 14.00 h (Sat - Wed)
7.30 - 12.00 h (Thu)
Stores
10.00 - 21.00 h (Sat - Thu)
9.00 - 20.00 h (Fri)
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Minimum risk of malaria.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Driving
International driver's licence required for car rentals.
Rental cars with driver available.
Minimum age for car rentals: 18 to 25 (varies by company).
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Teheran, 13 Yasaman Street, Sharifimanesh Avenue, Elahieh
Tel.: +98 21 2200 8333
Other information
This country is in an active earthquake zone.
Security
Consult the media about the current situation before and during the journey and stay in contact with your tour operator.
Travel to the border areas with Pakistan and Afghanistan as well as the Iranian-Iraki border area not advised.
Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
Avoid nighttime driving.
Special legal regulations
Possession, transportation and consumption of alcohol prohibited.
Photographing persons wearing an uniform, military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.
Severe penalties for violations of drug laws (up to life imprisonment/death penalty).
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
Find out more about TravelWhile every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.
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