Islamic Republic of Iran
Islamic Republic of Iran
The Islamic Republic of Iran is host to one of the largest and most protracted refugee situations in the world, having provided asylum to refugees for over forty years. 800,000 refugees currently live in Iran, 20,000 of which are Iraqis and 780,000 are Afghans. There are also 2.6 million undocumented Afghans and 600,000 Afghan passport holders. Following the upheaval in Afghanistan in 2021, Iran has also welcomed hundreds of thousands of asylum-seekers.
Guided by the Solutions Strategy for Afghan Refugees, UNHCR supports the Government in implementing inclusive policies allowing refugees to go to school, get healthcare and access livelihood opportunities. In coordination with the government, emergency support is also being provided to new asylum-seekers.
While the needs of refugees continue to increase, opportunities for durable solutions, including voluntary repatriation and resettlement, remain limited. As such, UNHCR continues to advocate for international responsibility-sharing with Iran.
Additional information
For information about our work in the Islamic Republic of Iran:
- For legislation, case law and UNHCR policy relating to claims for international protection, visit Refworld.
Are you a refugee or asylum-seeker in Islamic Republic of Iran? Find information about your rights and available services on our HELP site.
Visit the UNHCR Iran website for more information on our work in the area and the latest local news and stories.
For up-to-date information about our programmes and operations in the Islamic Republic of Iran, including funding level and donor contributions, visit Global Focus, UNHCR's reporting portal.
Office contact details
The UNHCR Representation in the Islamic Republic of Iran
Street Address:
UNHCR OR Tehran-Iran, No.3, East Emdad St., North Shiraz Ave., Vanak Sq., Tehran, Iran (Islamic Republic Of), 19917-75941 Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Mailing Address:
No 3, East Emdad Street,, North Shiraz Ave, Vanak Sq, 1991775941 Tehran, Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Phone:
+98 21 429 39
Fax:
+98 21 89 349 900
Email:
[email protected]
Time zone:
GMT +3.3
Working hours
- Monday: 8:00 - 16:15
- Tuesday: 8:00 - 16:15
- Wednesday: 8:00 - 16:15
- Thursday: 8:00 - 16:15
- Friday: closed
- Saturday: closed
- Sunday: 8:00 - 16:15
The UNHCR Head of Field Office at Dogharun
Street and mailing address:
Ansar Camp, Dogharoun, Taybad,, Dogharoun, Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Phone:
+98 529 425 7355 57
Fax:
+98 529 427 3358
Email:
[email protected]
Time zone:
GMT +3.3
Working hours
- Monday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Tuesday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Wednesday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Thursday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Friday: closed
- Saturday: closed
- Sunday: 8:30 - 16:00
The UNHCR Head of Sub-Office at Kerman
Street Address:
42, Hezar-o-Yekshab Ave, Jomhouri Islami Blvd, (In the corner of the third alley), Kerman, Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Mailing Address:
42, Hezar-o-Yekshab Ave, Jomhouri Islami Blvd, 7618653588 Kerman, Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Phone:
+98 34 32477794
Fax:
+98 34 32477746
Email:
[email protected]
Time zone:
GMT +3.3
Working hours
- Monday: 08:00 - 16:15
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 16:15
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 16:15
- Thursday: 08:00 - 16:15
- Friday: closed
- Saturday: closed
- Sunday: 08:00 - 16:15
The UNHCR Sub-Office at Shiraz
Street and mailing address:
Podonak Street, Shiraz, Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Phone:
+98 711 722 9690
Fax:
+98 711 722 9690 Ext 290
Email:
[email protected]
Time zone:
GMT +3.3
Working hours
- Monday: 08:30 - 16:00
- Tuesday: 08:30 - 16:00
- Wednesday: 08:30 - 16:00
- Thursday: 08:30 - 16:00
- Friday: closed
- Saturday: closed
- Sunday: 08:30 - 16:00
The UNHCR Head of Sub-Office at Mashhad
Street Address:
45, Sajjad Blvd, 9187713994, Mashhad, Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Mailing Address:
P.O.BOX 91775 - 1876, Mashhad, Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Phone:
+98 511 768 5081
Fax:
+98 511 768 3017
Email:
[email protected]
Time zone:
GMT +3.3
Working hours
- Monday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Tuesday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Wednesday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Thursday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Friday: closed
- Saturday: closed
- Sunday: 8:30 - 16:00
