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Embassy of India in Tehran, Iran

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Embassy of India in Tehran, Iran, located at No. 8, Mohseniyan Street. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of India, or find information about the address, previous ambassadors, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Embassy Address

    No. 8, Mohseniyan Street
    Darrous
    Tehran
    Iran

  • Telephone

    +98 21 2258 1239, +98 21 2285 4115

  • Emergency Phone

    +98 91 2810 9115 (not for visa/business queries)

  • Fax

    +98 21 2258 2536

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Thursday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Friday Closed
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Monday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Tuesday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM

    Consular Working Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – Closes at 5:30 PM

    🕒 Current time in Tehran: 1:07 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Embassy of India in Tehran, Iran

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Embassy may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Embassy directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Tasu'a: June 24 Flag of Iran
  • Ashura: June 25 Flag of Iran
  • Muharram/Ashura: June 26 Flag of India
  • Arbaeen: August 4 Flag of Iran

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Embassy of India in Tehran, Iran:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Notarize certain documents
  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths
  • Attestation of documents
  • Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
  • NRI (Non Resident Indian) certificate

Visa Requirements

If you hold an Iranian passport, you are required to apply for a paper visa to enter India.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to India without a visa. The most common types of India visas are the following.

  • Tourist Visa
  • Business Visa
  • Employment Visa
  • Student Visa
  • Research Visa
  • Medical Visa
  • Journalist Visa
  • Conference Visa
  • Transit Visa
  • Entry Visa

Head of Mission

Rudra Gaurav Shresth, Ambassador

Related: List of ambassadors of India to Iran

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Indian Passports

The government of India issues several types of passports, including:

Regular Passport (Dark Blue cover): This is the standard passport issued to Indian citizens for general travel purposes. It is a "Type P" passport, P stands for Personal.

Diplomatic Passport (Maroon cover): Diplomatic passports are issued to diplomats, Members of Parliament, members of the Union Council of Ministers, and individuals representing the Indian government on diplomatic missions abroad. It is a "Type D" passport, D standing for Diplomatic.

Official Passport (White cover): Official passports are issued to government officials, members of the Indian Armed Forces, members of the Indian diplomatic corps, and individuals representing the Indian government on official business or diplomatic missions. It is a "Type S" passport, S stands for Service.

Consular Assistance

Indian embassies and consulates offer vital consular services to Indian citizens abroad, including issuing, renewing, and replacing passports. They also provide crucial assistance in emergencies, such as accidents, illnesses, or legal matters. These diplomatic missions are essential support systems for Indian nationals traveling or living overseas, ensuring their safety and well-being while away from home. Their services are pivotal in addressing the needs and concerns of Indian citizens during their international travels or stays.

Emergency Travel Document (EC)

The Emergency Travel Document or Emergency Certificate (EC) is a one-way travel document issued to Indian citizens who have no valid travel documents and need to return to India on an emergency basis. EC is issued to those citizens of India to whom a new passport cannot be issued in an emergency in a short period of time. It allows the holder to travel back to India.

Online Resources

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Additional Missions in Iran

Besides Embassy of India in Tehran, Iran, India also has 2 representations in the following cities of Iran:


View All Diplomatic Missions of India in Iran

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of India in neighboring countries or regions of Iran.

See also

Iran in India

Iran has 3 representations in the following cities:

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This page was last edited on 04 May 2026 at 07:22 AM (EST).

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