Tehran: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Tehran is the capital and largest city of Iran. It is also the capital of Tehran province and the administrative center for Tehran County and its Central District.

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Safety · official adviceour data as of Sep 15, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid all travelThe whole country is off limits.

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Removal of information on temporary withdrawal of UK staff from Iran and the embassy operating remotely (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 4The authority advises against travel altogether.

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There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Do Not Travel to Iran due to the risk of terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, arbitrary arrest of U.S. citizens, and wrongful detention . Read the entire Travel Advisory. Advisory summary Do not travel to Iran for any reason. U.S. citizens in Iran should leave immediately. There is no U.S.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

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Tehran: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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