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2025-04-18 17:25
Tehran, Moscow working toward full visa waiver, Lavrov says
TEHRAN - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced that Iran and Russia are actively working toward abolishing visa requirements between the two countries, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties and boosting tourism.
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2024-09-14 18:06
Ambassador urges stronger Iran-India tourism exchange
TEHRAN – Iran’s ambassador to India has emphasized the importance of tourism as a bridge for deepening the longstanding cultural and people-to-people ties between the two nations.
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2024-08-26 19:22
Iran’s visa lift opens tourism gates, yet travel barriers linger
TEHRAN – Iran’s decision to unilaterally eliminate visa requirements for some countries promises to invigorate its tourism industry, yet persistent issues like expensive flights and limited direct connections are hindering the full realization of this potential.
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2024-08-25 17:53
Iran-Tajikistan tourism roadshow held following visa waiver agreement
TEHRAN - Iran-Tajikistan tourism roadshow has been held at the Tajik embassy in Tehran, just days after the implementation of a visa waiver for air travel between the two nations.
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2024-08-07 18:04
Tehran, Dushanbe to implement visa-waiver program
TEHRAN – In a move to enhance bilateral relations between Iran and Tajikistan, a visa-waiver program will be implemented between the two nations starting Saturday, August 10.
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2024-07-26 17:21
By Afshin Majlesi
Iran’s tourism shifts: former deputy minister shares insights
TEHRAN - The international tourism scene has shown a remarkable recovery after the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the story seems somewhat different when it comes to Iran.
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2024-07-21 17:34
By Afshin Majlesi
Opportunities and challenges awaiting new minister of tourism and cultural heritage
As Iran stands on the cusp of forming its new cabinet, journalists and experts are urgently calling for the selection of a highly capable and adept minister to lead the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.
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2024-07-13 17:52
Visa waiver program lifts Iran’s tourism, expert says
TEHRAN - Hormatollah Rafiei, the director of the Association of Iranian Travel Agencies, stated that Iran’s new unilateral visa waiver strategy has significantly boosted the tourism sector.
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2024-07-03 18:00
Iran launches tourism roadshow in Malaysia
TEHRAN – On Wednesday, Iran kicked off a Tourism Roadshow in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, aiming to strengthen bilateral tourism ties between the two Muslim-majority countries.
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2024-06-15 18:06
Over 50,000 Russian tourists expected to visit Iran by yearend
TEHRAN - The number of Russian tourists visiting Iran is projected to surpass 50,000 in 2024, according to an Iranian official.
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2024-05-25 18:17
SCO: Iran proposes visa-free travel among member states
TEHRAN - Iran’s deputy tourism minister has proposed a visa waiver program dedicated to tourist groups among the member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
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2024-05-01 18:14
Iran emerges as potential destination for Russian tourists
TEHRAN - In a bid to position itself as a top tourist spot for Russians, Iran has been implementing several measures to ease travel and enhance accessibility.
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2024-04-16 18:02
Half of the world’s population can travel to Iran without visas, tourism minister says
TEHRAN - According to the tourism minister of the Islamic Republic, Iran grants visa-free access to approximately half of the world’s population, totaling around four billion people.
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2024-03-04 17:52
Iran aims to attract millions of Chinese vacationers
TEHRAN – Iran has set its sights on attracting millions of Chinese nationals as part of its strategy to boost the tourism industry.
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2024-03-03 17:49
A first-timer’s guide to Iran: when to visit, things to do
TEHRAN – With the new visa exemptions in place, now is the perfect time for travelers to seize the opportunity to uncover the wonders of Iran and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime.
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2024-02-28 17:30
Russian representative in Iran sees no obstacle to visa-free agreement dedicated to group travelers
TEHRAN - A representative of the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation in Iran has dismissed any issues regarding the implementation of the cancellation of group travel visas between the two nations.
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2024-02-23 17:18
Official underlines safety and beauty of Iran to international visitors
TEHRAN - On Wednesday, Mohammad Karimi, the Parliamentary Director of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, highlighted the positive experiences of foreign tourists visiting Iran, countering misconceptions spread by “adversaries”.
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2024-02-20 18:49
Russian visa-free travel for Iranian tourist groups faces hurdles
TEHRAN - After years of negotiations, an agreement allowing visa-free travel for Iranian tourist groups to Russia was finally implemented last September. However, recent reports indicate that Iranian nationals still face obstacles to enjoying this privilege.
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2024-01-31 17:33
Iran to implement visa waiver for 32 countries on Feb. 4
TEHRAN – Iran’s unilateral abolition of visa requirements for citizens of 32 countries is set to take effect on February 4.
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2023-12-26 18:28
By Afshin Majlesi
Taste of Iran beyond media portrayals
Frequently depicted through lenses of political tensions and historical misunderstandings, Iran’s allure as a tourist destination often contends with a distorted portrayal aired by certain media outlets.
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2023-12-09 21:39
Tehran meeting calls for updates on Iran-Russia visa waiver agreement
TEHRAN - On Saturday, Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts hosted a meeting focused on resolving the implementation challenges of the visa waiver agreement dedicated to tourist groups from Iran and Russia.
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2023-11-26 17:39
Shanghai Cooperation Organisation: Iran submits proposals for escalated tourism among member states
TEHRAN - Iran has presented three proposals to the secretariat of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization to boost tourism among member states.
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2023-11-20 17:40
Students at Moscow stage exhibit featuring Iranian luminaries, crafts and culinary
TEHRAN – On Sunday, an exhibition dedicated to Iranian figures, handicrafts, and culinary traditions went on view at the Patrice Lumumba Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia.
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2023-11-15 17:53
Tourist arrivals in Iran jump 40 percent y/y
TEHRAN – Foreign arrivals to Iran during the first seven months of the current Iranian year were up 40% compared to the same period last year, the deputy tourism minister said.
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2023-11-13 16:11
Tehran mulls visa-free regimes for 68 countries, including Japan and Saudi Arabia
TEHRAN – Iran is considering abolishing visa requirements for passport holders from 68 countries, including Japan, Saudi Arabia, and Russia.
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2023-10-07 18:18
Iran considers renewing tourism ties with Egypt after four-decade rift
TEHRAN - Iran's Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Ezzatollah Zarghami has said that the Islamic Republic is considering restoring tourism ties with Egypt.
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2023-10-06 17:29
Iranian minister proposes visa-free travels among ECO member states
TEHRAN—The Iranian tourism minister has proposed a visa cancellation program to be established among member states of the Economic Cooperation Organization.
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2023-09-22 17:53
Tehran, Moscow start visa-free travel dedicated to tourist groups
TEHRAN—The head of Russia’s trade mission in Iran has said the first visa-free flights of tourist groups had started between Iran and Russia.
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2023-09-02 18:22
Visa-free group tours between Iran and Russia yet to start despite previous claim
TEHRAN—Visa-free group tours between Iran and Russia have not begun despite a previous announcement saying it would be implemented as of August 1.
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2023-08-07 18:32
Iran proposes visa simplification to spur tourism among D-8 member states
TEHRAN – Iranian tourism minister Ezzatollah Zarghami has proposed to facilitate the issuance of visas or their cancellation in the form of an agreement between D-8 member states to help promote tourism.