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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Tanzania citizens need a visa for Iran?

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Citizens of Tanzania can visit Iran visa-free for up to 15 days. Just a valid passport at the border.

VISAXSJul 2026
Visa-free
Tanzania → Iran
15days

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Tanzania vs Iran: passport comparison

Tanzania

44

visa-free countries

Global rank: #135 · mobility 86.1

Iran

13

visa-free countries

Global rank: #190 · mobility 66.9
5

countries both Tanzania and Iran can enter visa-free together

Tanzania + Iran: passport compatibility

68%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Tanzania and Iran travel together — by entry type:

5 both visa-free
16 both visa on arrival
22 both e-visa / eTA
91 both need a visa
63 access differs

Where Tanzania and Iran can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (5)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Dominica 21 days #70
Haiti 90 days #175
Malaysia 14 days #41
Micronesia 30 days #89
Seychelles 90 days #58

How the entry rule changed: Tanzania → Iran

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Tanzania → Iran rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

2rule changes for the Tanzania passport, 2 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Iran: good to know

Tehran

Capital

Iranian Rial (IRR)

Currency

Iran Standard Time (UTC+3:30)

Time zone

+98

Calling code

Where else Tanzania goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Iran

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Up to 15 days

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do Tanzania citizens need a visa for Iran?
Citizens of Tanzania can visit Iran visa-free for up to 15 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can Tanzania citizens stay in Iran without a visa?
Tanzania passport holders are allowed to stay up to 15 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — Tanzania or Iran?
The Tanzania passport is stronger: 44 visa-free countries versus 13. Global rank: Tanzania #135, Iran #190.
Where can Tanzania and Iran citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 5 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Iran?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Tanzania and Iran?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Tanzania passport ranking

Where else the Tanzania passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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