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Iranian
إيراني
EU / Schengen (ETIAS)
منطقة شنغن (ETIAS)
✕ Not eligible for online application. Iran — Schengen visa required
Iranian citizens are not currently eligible for online EU / Schengen (ETIAS) visa applications. You must apply through the nearest EU / Schengen (ETIAS) embassy or consulate. Iran — Schengen visa required
$8
Fee (USD)
90d
Max stay
6mo
Passport validity
Multiple
Entry type
Step-by-step guide
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Contact embassy
Iranian citizens must apply through the nearest EU / Schengen (ETIAS) embassy or consulate.
Special restrictions
Israeli stamp — No restriction — accepted
Travel insurance — Not required
Yellow fever — Not required
Best time to visit
Best OK
Spring-fall: most of Europe at its best. Mediterranean: May-Sep ideal. Alps: Jun-Sep (hiking), Dec-Mar (ski). Avoid Aug (crowds, high prices).
Tips & warnings
⚡ Apply early — even though processing is fast, apply at least a week in advance.
⚡ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months — check before applying.
⚡ Only apply through the official portal (travel-europe.europa.eu) — avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.
Frequently asked questions
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for EU / Schengen (ETIAS)? +
Iranian citizens cannot apply online. Iran — Schengen visa required
How much does a EU / Schengen (ETIAS) visa cost for Iranian citizens? +
The fee is $8 USD. Local currency: EUR.
How long can Iranian citizens stay in EU / Schengen (ETIAS)? +
Maximum stay is 90 days. Visa validity: 1095 days from issue date.
What documents do Iranian citizens need for EU / Schengen (ETIAS)? +
Valid e-Passport. NOT YET ACTIVE — launching Q4 2026. EUR 20 fee (when active). No prior Schengen visa refusal. Travel insurance (recommended).
Practical notes
- Payment
- Visa, MC, Amex for ETIAS (when active, 2026) on travel-europe.europa.eu. ETIAS fee €7.
- Transit — Depends on nationality
- Airport Transit Visa (ATV) required for certain nationalities transiting Schengen airports even without leaving international area (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, DRC, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia, Sri Lanka, among others). ETIAS (when active) for visa-exempt travelers. Source: EU Regulation 2018/1806 Annex IV.
- Travel advisory (level 2)
- Exercise increased caution due to terrorism. Varies by Schengen country.
- Official advisory source ↗
Sources & verification
This information was compiled from the official source below and last verified on 2026-04-01.
Official source: travel-europe.europa.eu ↗
Always confirm on the official portal before travelling — rules can change without notice.
Always verify on official portals before applying.