Press visa is issued for journalists and representatives of foreign media and press who intend to travel to Iran for purposes relating to their profession for a specific period.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:

Due to the new regulations, starting on September 23rd 2011, all visa applicants, along with other required documents, must enclose the proof of an adequate medical travel insurance coverage from Iranian or Foreign Insurance Agents to allow smooth processing of their application.

To lodge an application for a Press visa for the Islamic Republic of Iran, the following requirements must be observed:

• Fill in two (2) visa application forms
• Attach two (2) recent passport photographs
• An official verbal note by the Organization
• Program explanation
• Visa fee: 170 $AU
• Enclose all the above mentioned documents including a valid passport in a courier bag and send it to:

  Visa Department
  Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran
  P.O. Box 705 , Mawson, ACT, 2607