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Iran

Middle East ยท Population: 83,990,000

Level 4: Do Not Travel

Source: US State Department

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42/ 100
High Risk
Confidence: 53%

Risk Dimensions

Political Stability
15
World Bank WGIEIU Democracy IndexFreedom House
Crime & Safety
42
UNODCGDELTNumbeo Crime Index
Health Risk
55
WHO GHOCDCECDCOur World in Data
Environmental Risk
62
Munich Re NatCatSERVICEUSGSNOAAEM-DAT
Infrastructure
52
WEF GCRWorld BankITU
Terrorism & Conflict
28
Global Terrorism DatabaseACLEDUCDPSIPRI

๐Ÿ†˜ Emergency Numbers

๐Ÿ‘ฎ Police110
๐Ÿฅ Ambulance115
๐Ÿš’ Fire125

โš ๏ธ Travel Advisory

Do not travel

Risk Trendโ†˜ Declining
MethodologyISO 31000 v2.0
Last UpdatedMay 8, 2026

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Travel Safety Tips โ€” High Risk

  • โ€ขPurchase high-risk travel insurance with evacuation and crisis response coverage.
  • โ€ขConsider hiring a local security consultant or guide.
  • โ€ขAvoid all non-essential travel to border regions and conflict zones.
  • โ€ขMaintain regular check-ins with your embassy and family.
  • โ€ขCarry emergency cash in multiple currencies and locations.
  • โ€ขHave multiple exit routes planned from your location.
  • โ€ขAvoid public transportation at night and use trusted providers.
  • โ€ขKeep your phone charged and carry a portable charger at all times.

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Nearby Countries

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Iraq

24/100

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Turkey

54/100

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Armenia

57/100

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Azerbaijan

53/100

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Turkmenistan

44/100

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Afghanistan

15/100

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Pakistan

33/100

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions โ€” Iran

Is Iran safe to visit?

Iran has a risk score of 42/100, rated as "High Risk" by RiskVector. Travel carries significant risk. Essential travel only with thorough planning and security measures.

What is the current travel advisory for Iran?

The current travel advisory level is 4/4. Level 4 means "Do Not Travel" โ€” the risk to safety is severe. Avoid all travel to this destination.

What are the main risks in Iran?

Risk is assessed across 6 dimensions: Political Stability, Crime & Safety, Health Risk, Environmental Risk, Infrastructure Quality, and Terrorism & Conflict. The overall score of 42/100 is a weighted composite based on ISO 31000 methodology using data from authoritative international sources.

Do I need travel insurance for Iran?

Specialized high-risk travel insurance with medical evacuation and crisis response coverage is essential. Standard policies may not cover all scenarios.

How often is the Iran risk score updated?

RiskVector continuously monitors data from 20+ authoritative sources including WHO, UNODC, ACLED, and the Global Terrorism Database. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available, with a full review cycle every 24-48 hours.

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