Money & duty free for Iran
Exchange rates:
Iranian RialC$1 = Rs24125.93
€1 = Rs33745.7
£1 = Rs40032.7
US$1 = Rs32363
Currency & Money
Iranian Rial (IRR; symbol Rs) = 100 dinars. Notes are in denominations of Rs 100,000, 50,000, 20,000, 10,000, 5,000, 2,000, 1,000, 500, 200 and 100. Coins are in denominations of Rs 5,000, 2,000, 1,000, 500, 250, 100 and 50.
MasterCard is accepted in some places, but credit cards should emphatically not be relied on as the sole means of payment. Be aware too that if the card was issued in the USA, it may not be usable due to the US trade embargo.
The import and export of local currency is limited to Rs500,000. Any amount larger requires authorisation from the Central Bank. The import of foreign currency is unlimited, provided declared on arrival. The export of foreign currency is limited to the amount declared on arrival.
Iran duty free
The following goods may be imported into Iran without incurring customs duty:
• 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g of tobacco.
Importing alcohol is illegal.
Duty-free allowances are subject to change, sometimes at short notice due to policy updates or external factors. Information is correct at the time of writing; travellers should verify current allowances with official customs authorities before departure. We accept no liability for any inconvenience or loss arising from changes to these regulations.
Prohibited items include alcoholic drinks, narcotics, gambling devices, weapons and ammunition, explosives, counterfeit goods, anti-Islamic publications, and publications, photos and films considered to be against the religious and national dignity of Iran.
Restricted items include animals, fish, plants, medicines (other than those prescribed for personal use), and telecommunications equipment.
This list is not exhaustive. Travellers should consult the official customs website or contact the embassy or consulate near you for the most up-to-date information.
All prohibited imports are also banned from export, along with antiquities and cultural artefacts.
The export of gold is restricted to 150g and the export of silver is restricted to 3kg.
This list is not exhaustive. Travellers should consult the official customs website or contact the embassy or consulate near you for the most up-to-date information.
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