Does the UK have an Embassy in Tehran?
The British Embassy in Iran maintains and develops relations between the UK and Iran. Find out more on our UK and Iran news page. We provide services to British nationals living in and visiting Iran.
Is there an Embassy in Tehran?
The Embassy of the United States of America in Tehran was the United States of America’s diplomatic mission in the Imperial State of Iran….
| Embassy of the United States, Tehran | |
|---|---|
| Location | Tehran, Iran |
| Coordinates | 35.708°N 51.424°E |
| Location of Embassy of the United States, Tehran in Iran |
Do Iranians need visa for UK?
UK tourist visa is required for Iranian citizens. The stay is usually short with a period of 180 days and visa expires in 180 days. Applicant is required to be present when applying for UK tourist visa. A total of 11 documents are required for applying UK tourist visa.
Who is the British ambassador to Iran?
Mr Simon Shercliff CMG OBE
Mr Simon Shercliff CMG OBE has been appointed Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran. Mr Simon Shercliff CMG OBE has been appointed Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran in succession to Mr Rob Macaire CMG. Mr Shercliff will take up his appointment during August 2021.
How do I get an appointment at an Embassy UK?
British Embassy launches online consular appointment system
- Click on the Consular Appointment Booking System link for the service you require here.
- Select the appointment date and time you require and enter your details.
- Once your appointment has been booked, a confirmation email will be sent to your email address.
How long does it take from Iran to UK?
Flying time from Tehran, Iran to London, United Kingdom The total flight duration from Tehran, Iran to London, United Kingdom is 5 hours, 59 minutes.
Which countries have embassy in Iran?
Embassies in Tehran
- Afghanistan.
- Algeria.
- Argentina.
- Armenia.
- Australia.
- Austria.
- Azerbaijan.
- Bangladesh.
How many embassies are there in Iran?
The Iran Embassy Worldwide page indicates the comprehensive list of Foreign Embassies and Consulates from around the world located in Iran as well as Iranian Embassies, Consulates and other Iranian representations worldwide. There are about 75 Foreign Embassies and 16 Consulates placed in the territory of Iran.
Can Iranians live in the UK?
At the time of the 2011 census, 84,735 Iranian-born people resided in the UK. In 2017, the Office for National Statistics estimated the Iranian-born population to be 70,000.
Does Iran have an Embassy in the UK?
The Embassy of Iran in London is the diplomatic mission of Iran in the United Kingdom. It is located in a terrace overlooking Hyde Park in South Kensington, Westminster, London, next to the embassy of Ethiopia. Iran also maintains a Consular Section at 50 Kensington Court, South Kensington.
Does Iran have an Embassy in UK?
Does the UK have an Embassy in every country?
United Kingdom itself in total counts near 84 Embassies and 49 Consulates spread all over the world.
Does Iran have an embassy in UK?
How do I contact the British Embassy in Tehran?
The embassy of the United Kingdom in Tehran is located at 172 Ferdowsi Avenue and can be contacted by telephone on 21 6405 2000. The consular section shares location as well as telephone number and email address with the embassy. The embassy is open weekdays by appointment only.
Who is the current Ambassador of the UK to Iran?
The current ambassador to Iran is Robert Macaire. The British Mission in Tehran was first established in 1821 in the Old Bazaar. By the 1860s, the overcrowding and poor sanitary conditions forced the government to look for a more suitable location and the Ferdowsi site was purchased.
Why did the UK close its embassy in Iran?
On 30 November 2011, in response to the attack, the UK closed its embassy in Tehran and ordered the Iranian embassy in London closed. In order to continue providing consular assistance to British citizens in Iran, the UK appointed Sweden as a protecting power; Iran similarly appointed Oman as its protecting power in London.
How do I get help if I need help in Iran?
If you’re in Iran and you need advice which is not covered by reading our travel advice then you can contact us online. If you’re in Iran and you need urgent help (for example, you’ve been attacked, arrested or someone has died), call +98 (0) 21 6405 2000.