The Indian Embassy in Tehran on Wednesday issued an urgent advisory asking all Indian nationals currently in Iran to leave the country at the earliest amid a rapidly evolving security situation.
The advisory applies to Indian students, pilgrims, business travelers, and tourists and urges them to use all available means of transport, including commercial flights, to exit Iran. The Embassy also advised Indian citizens to keep their travel and identity documents, such as passports and visas, readily accessible at all times.
In its statement, the Embassy said it remains available to assist Indian nationals and shared multiple emergency contact numbers for immediate help. Citizens were asked to reach out through the Embassy’s emergency helplines or via email for consular support.
The Embassy further requested all Indians presently in Iran who have not yet registered with it to do so immediately through the Ministry of External Affairs’ registration portal. Acknowledging possible internet disruptions inside Iran, it added that family members in India may complete the registration process on their behalf if required.
Separately, India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a fresh nationwide travel advisory, strongly cautioning Indian citizens against travelling to Iran until further notice. The advisory comes against the backdrop of continuing unrest and violent protests that have gripped several parts of the country in recent weeks.
“In view of the ongoing developments in Iran, Indian nationals are once again strongly advised to avoid travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran until further notice,” the MEA said, referring to an earlier advisory issued on January 5, 2026.
That earlier advisory had warned against non-essential travel and asked Indians and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) residing in Iran to remain vigilant, steer clear of protest sites, and regularly monitor updates from the Indian Embassy in Tehran through official channels.
