Iran Travel Safety Guide
What are the emergency numbers in Iran?
Iran emergency numbers: 110 (Police), 115 (Ambulance), 125 (Fire Department).
Is Iran safe for travelers?
This is not routine travel for many Western visitors. There is a very high risk of arrest, questioning, and detention, including for dual nationals or people viewed as having UK ties.
Do not assume normal embassy support is available if things go wrong. The consequences of a misunderstanding can be severe.
What health risks should travelers know about in Iran?
Carry enough essential medicines and check import rules carefully before travel. Do not assume that a prescription medicine that is routine elsewhere will be easy to replace locally.
What local laws should tourists know about in Iran?
Photography, online posts, political comments, and contact with protests or security-sensitive topics can create serious legal trouble.
Drug laws are severe. Alcohol rules, dress expectations, and social conduct rules are also much stricter than in most Western countries.
Which embassies are in Iran?
Mostly in Tehran, District 12, Zahedan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the emergency number in Iran?
In Iran, you can reach police at 110, ambulance at 115, fire services at 125. These numbers work from any phone, including mobile phones without a local SIM card.
Is Iran safe for tourists?
This is not routine travel for many Western visitors. There is a very high risk of arrest, questioning, and detention, including for dual nationals or people viewed as having UK ties.
What health precautions should I take in Iran?
Carry enough essential medicines and check import rules carefully before travel. Do not assume that a prescription medicine that is routine elsewhere will be easy to replace locally.
What laws should tourists know about in Iran?
Photography, online posts, political comments, and contact with protests or security-sensitive topics can create serious legal trouble.
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