Iran has announced that it will suspend its one-way visa exemption for Indian nationals holding ordinary passports. From November 22, Indian travellers will no longer be permitted to enter the country without a visa and must obtain one in advance for both entry and transit.

The earlier policy allowed Indian tourists to visit Iran without a visa under specific conditions. It formed part of Tehran’s wider effort to promote tourism and strengthen relations with Asian countries. With the change, every Indian national carrying an ordinary passport will now be required to secure a valid visa before travelling.

According to the new guidelines, passengers must have their Iranian visa before boarding their flight. The rule also applies to travellers simply passing through an Iranian airport, as t

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