Safety Tips in Iran

Major crime is not a problem for travelers in Iran, although foreigners occasionally have been victims of petty street crime.Care must be taken to guard against robbery.Visitors are advised not to carry large amounts of money (especially hard currency). In view of possible thefts, important valuables should be kept in hotel safes or other secure locations.
In 1999 there were three cases of kidnapping of Western tourists apparently by drug-traffickersin in south-east Iran. To prevent further such incidents, the local authorities introduced various security measures to improve visitors’ safety. There have been no incidents since. Visitors who wish to travel to Bam and Kerman are advised to exercise caution and only travel with tours organised through travel agencies approved by the Iranian government. It's also advised visitors not to travel overland to Pakistan. Anyone who has to travel in this area should exercise extreme caution, travel only on main roads in official parties, and avoid travelling at night. Visitors are further advised to avoid the Iran/Afghanistan, and the Iran/Iraq border areas.

Declare all foreign currency upon arrival on a customs declaration form or, if applicable, at the Bank Melli branch at Tehran’s Mehrabad Airport. Failure to do so may result in confiscation.
Do not be tempted to change money on the street – this is illegal in Iran. Credit cards are rarely accepted in Iran However, Mastercards can be used in some of the larger hotels – ask when you book.
don't be fooled by hotels or shops with the Visa logo in the window, most of them does not accept it.

Lane markers are usually ignored and some drivers tend to ignore traffic lights and signs.
so for the people who are in Iran for the first time, it is suggested not to drive and try to
use Taxis.they are cheap and plentiful.
when crossing the street, do it carefully many drivers do not yield to pedestrians at crosswalks.

Against the typical westerner's opinion, Iran is one of the safest countries of Asia! The only danger is the traffic. Be VERY careful when crossing streets. One life isn't much worth in this country.
Criminality is very low, and the people are really kind. But you have to RESPECT THE LAWS. Make yourself confidential with the strong islamic rules, before you enter the country. DON'T speak with women on the street; never touch a woman; wear long clothing; as a woman always cover your head; don't sit near a woman in the bus; be always kind and respectful towards official people (they are respectful, too); don't photograph any property of the state (i got in trouble with a policeman, because i photographed the train). If you respect the laws, you will stay safe and happy.

If you are not used to warm weather you should be careful specially in summer. Mosquitoes and other insects may give you a warm welcome specially in open areas and marketplaces. You should also be careful about the place where you eat.
Another problem there is the cars. When passing the city streets you should be cautious and fast! The cars won't stop for you to pass by.

I havent any special warnings. Iran is a very safe country. I just have to say that according to the rules the women should dress modestly when outdoor. Mum was dressed in a coat that went below her knees, jeans and a scarf. In the private homes that we visited the women wear jeans, t-shirts, even miniskirts. ON THE PICTURE YOU SEE HOW MUM WAS DRESSED WHEN SHE WENT OUTDOOR IN IRAN.

DRESS AND BEHAVIORAL CODE OF ETHIC.


IRAN is Islamic Country. The goverment of Islamic Republic practices strict dress and behavioral code on female appearing in public. All Iranian and foreign females appearing in public should cover their hair and wear a dress that covers the body except the face, toes and hands. No point to cover the HAIR and you are wearing BIKINIS (lol). Men are advised not to wear short sleeves and short trousers, strictly forbidden.


TO NGO'S, PROFFESIONAL WRITTER AND INTELLIGENCE COMUNITY.


My sincere advise, please turn down the instruction from your BOSS to be here on this Monkey Business. If you caught in this game of JAMES BOND, that the Dooms Day for you. Be a good boy/girl during your tour here. They have a sharp memory, to make you *Persona Non Grata * if you are lucky enough, otherwise God bless you.

If you are driving in Iran, there are very few road signs, you may also have to memorise cyrillic numbers to read the signs, sometimes there is no roman alphabet version. A big problem are speed bumps, there are no warning signs and you suddenly just come across them for no apparent reason, keep your eyes peeled for them, they will ruin your suspension, in fact this is the case for the rest of the countries on the road to India, all have terrible speed bumps with no warnings.
Perssonally I didn't feel unsafe in Iran at all. Don't take any books in with photos of women unveiled, magazines, anything, no games allowed, only chess. Obviously no alcohol, or evidence of it. Respect Islam at all times.