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The “street rate” (free market rate) is significantly higher than the official bank rate, giving European tourists exceptional purchasing power. In late 2025, €1 trades for vastly more than the official cap, meaning a €50 dinner might cost millions of Rials. Always exchange cash at licensed exchange offices (Sarafi) in cities like Tehran or Shiraz rather than banks to get the real market value. Never use street money changers who approach you on sidewalks, as counterfeit notes or scams are risks.

This is the most confusing part of Iranian travel: Rial is the official currency printed on notes, but Toman is the unit everyone uses in speech and pricing. One Toman equals 10 Rials. If a shopkeeper says “50,” they usually mean 50,000 Tomans (which is 500,000 Rials). Always verify by asking “Toman or Rial?” before paying to avoid overpaying by a factor of ten. To convert Rials to Tomans, simply cover the last zero of the Rial amount.

Yes, foreign tourists are exempt from the strict laws prohibiting unmarried couples from sharing rooms. Hotels will ask for your passports but will not ask for a marriage certificate if you are both foreign nationals. However, if one partner is an Iranian citizen, a marriage certificate (Sigheh) is strictly required. For two Europeans traveling together, booking a double room is standard and hassle-free.

Yes, a reliable VPN is non-negotiable if you want to access WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, Gmail, or Western news sites. Install and test 2-3 different paid VPN apps before you leave Europe, as downloading them inside Iran is often blocked. Free VPNs are usually unreliable and slow. Internet speeds can be throttled, so download offline maps (Google Maps or Maps.me) and translation packs before departure.

You will be denied entry to Iran if your passport contains an Israeli visa, entry stamp, or even an exit stamp from a Jordanian/Egyptian border crossing that implies travel to Israel. This rule is strictly enforced. If you have visited Israel, you must obtain a fresh passport before applying for an Iranian visa. The ban applies regardless of your nationality or how long ago the visit occurred.

No, alcohol is strictly illegal to import, possess, or consume. Your luggage is scanned upon arrival at Imam Khomeini Airport, and any alcohol found will be confiscated, potentially leading to fines or deportation. Do not attempt to bring “duty-free” bottles from your layover in Dubai or Istanbul. Non-alcoholic beer (Delster) is widely available in various fruit flavors at restaurants and shops.

Yes, you must present proof of travel insurance that explicitly covers Iran to get your visa. Many Western insurance policies exclude Iran due to sanctions, so check the fine print carefully. If your policy is valid, ask your insurer for a “Certificate of Insurance” stating “Iran” or “Worldwide” clearly. Alternatively, you can purchase local insurance at the visa office in the airport for about €15-20, which satisfies the immigration requirement.

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