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.
For information about our work in the Islamic Republic of Iran:
- Information for refugees and asylum-seekers in Iran – help.unhcr.org
- Visit our country website - Iran (English) Iran (فارسی)
- For legislation, case law and UNHCR policy relating to claims for international protection, visit Refworld.
- 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.
Contact Information
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)
Telephone:
98 21 429 39
Facsimile:
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:
Saturday:
Sunday: 8:00 - 16:15
Public Holidays:
02 January 2022, New Year's Day (observed)
10 February 2022, Victory of Islamic Revolution
20 March 2022, The National Iranian Oil Day
21 March 2022, Norouz
22 March 2022, Norouz
02 May 2022, Eid El-Fetr
10 July 2022, Eid El-Ghorban
08 August 2022, Ashoora
25 September 2022, Demise of Prophet Muhammad
25 December 2022, Christmas
The UNHCR Head of Field Office at Dogharun
Street Address:
Ansar Camp, Dogharoun, Taybad,, Dogharoun, Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Mailing Address:
Ansar Camp, Dogharoun, Taybad,, Dogharoun, Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Telephone:
98 529 425 7355 57
Facsimile:
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:
Saturday:
Sunday: 8:30 - 16:00
Public Holidays:
02 January 2022, New Year's Day (observed)
10 February 2022, Victory of Islamic Revolution
20 March 2022, The National Iranian Oil Day
21 March 2022, Norouz
22 March 2022, Norouz
02 May 2022, Eid El-Fetr
10 July 2022, Eid El-Ghorban
08 August 2022, Ashoora
25 September 2022, Demise of Prophet Muhammad
25 December 2022, Christmas
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)
Telephone:
98 34 32477794
Facsimile:
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:
Saturday:
Sunday: 08:00 - 16:15
Public Holidays:
02 January 2022, New Year's Day (observed)
10 February 2022, Victory of Islamic Revolution
20 March 2022, The National Iranian Oil Day
21 March 2022, Norouz
22 March 2022, Norouz
02 May 2022, Eid El-Fetr
10 July 2022, Eid El-Ghorban
08 August 2022, Ashoora
25 September 2022, Demise of Prophet Muhammad
25 December 2022, Christmas
The UNHCR Sub-Office at Shiraz
Street Address:
Podonak Street, Shiraz, Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Mailing Address:
Podonak Street, Shiraz, Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Telephone:
98 711 722 9690
Facsimile:
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:
Saturday:
Sunday: 08:30 - 16:00
Public Holidays:
02 January 2022, New Year's Day (observed)
10 February 2022, Victory of Islamic Revolution
20 March 2022, The National Iranian Oil Day
21 March 2022, Norouz
22 March 2022, Norouz
02 May 2022, Eid El-Fetr
10 July 2022, Eid El-Ghorban
08 August 2022, Ashoora
25 September 2022, Demise of Prophet Muhammad
25 December 2022, Christmas
The UNHCR Sub-Office in Mashhad
Street Address:
45, Sajjad Blvd, 9187713994, Mashhad, Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Mailing Address:
P.O.BOX 91775 - 1876, Mashhad, Iran (Islamic Republic Of)
Telephone:
98 511 768 5081
Facsimile:
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:
Saturday:
Sunday: 8:30 - 16:00
Public Holidays:
02 January 2022, New Year's Day (observed)
10 February 2022, Victory of Islamic Revolution
20 March 2022, The National Iranian Oil Day
21 March 2022, Norouz
22 March 2022, Norouz
02 May 2022, Eid El-Fetr
10 July 2022, Eid El-Ghorban
08 August 2022, Ashoora
25 September 2022, Demise of Prophet Muhammad
25 December 2022, Christmas