High security is recommended. The Quds Force is available for security services, though it can be costly.
Tehran
Mashhad, Isfahan, Shiraz, Tabriz, Karaj
Persian (Farsi, official), Azeri, Kurdish, Arabic, others
Iranian Rial (IRR)
Predominantly arid and semi-arid
Letter of invitation, Filming permit, Hotel reservation details, Copy of passport, Vaccination card.
Visa is free of charge for the following 28 countries: Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tunisia, Tanzania, Mauritania, Zimbabwe, Mauritius, Seychelles, Japan, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, Brunei, Brazil, Mexico, Peru, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Belarus, and India (Air). Nationals from other countries should apply through the Iranian embassy in their respective countries.
The fixer will apply for the necessary accreditation on behalf of the client.
Proof of employment, Letter or contract with the production company, Passports for each crew member.
The permits are issued by the Police, the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance, the Municipality, and the Cultural Heritage and Tourism Organization.
These locations are privately owned. The fixer will reach out to the owners on behalf of the client and negotiate the terms and rates.
The fixer will negotiate the cost with the private owner on behalf of the client.
Drones are only permitted in very limited and specific areas. An application is required for each location.
Drone importation is not allowed.
The Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance and Sepah Pasdaran are responsible for issuing permits.
Varies depending on the specific scenario.
Approximately $500 per day.
No, Iran is not a Carnet country.
An equipment list indicating the value of the equipment and the equipment serial numbers.
The customs service department under the Iran Revenue Authority.
Iran faces challenges with an unstable economy and infrastructure that has been heavily affected by past conflicts. Despite the volatile security situation, Iran is generally considered safe for travellers. However, it is advisable to avoid the border regions with Iraq and Pakistan.
High security is recommended. The Quds Force is available for security services, though it can be costly.
No film rebate / film incentive
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