India Strongly Advises Citizens Not to Travel to Iran
The protests began late last month in Tehran after Iranian currency rial plunged to record lows
By : Sridhar Kumaraswamy
Update: 2026-01-14 11:32 GMT
New Delhi: Amid a deteriorating security situation in Iran, the Indian Embassy in Tehran on Wednesday issued an advisory urging Indian nationals to leave the country using available means of transport, including commercial flights. The advisory applies to all Indian nationals in Iran, including students, pilgrims, businesspersons and tourists.
The embassy reiterated that Indian citizens and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) should exercise due caution, avoid areas of protests or demonstrations, remain in contact with the Embassy, and closely monitor local media for updates. Indian nationals were also advised to keep their travel and immigration documents, including passports and identity cards, readily available, and to contact the embassy for assistance if required.
In a fresh advisory, the ministry of external affairs (MEA) said Indian nationals were strongly advised to avoid travel to Iran until further notice in view of the ongoing developments.
Iran has witnessed widespread protests, with reports of hundreds of people killed by security forces. On Monday, foreign secretary Vikram Misri said India was closely monitoring the situation amid visible disturbances on the streets, adding that all Indian students in Iran were safe and doing well. He had also advised Indian nationals not to venture out.
Iran has been under severe economic strain due to American sanctions and was impacted by Israeli and American military action last year.
Earlier this month, India had advised its nationals to avoid non-essential travel to Iran and urged Indian citizens and PIOs currently in the country to exercise caution, avoid protest sites, monitor official updates, and register with the Indian Embassy in Tehran if not already registered.