Do CA citizens need a visa?
Do not travel. A visa is required and Global Affairs Canada advises against travel.
Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.
Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.
Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.
Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.
Recommended — food & water borne.
Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.
Consider for rural travel, cyclists, and long trips.
Which countries require the certificate, timing, cost, and the 10-day validity rule.
Not medical advice. Always confirm with your GP, travel nurse, or a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre — requirements change and can vary based on where you're arriving from.
Iran requires Canadian citizens to get a visa before travel. Canada has no embassy in Iran and Global Affairs Canada advises against all travel because of the risk of arbitrary arrest and detention, especially of dual Canadian-Iranian nationals.
For Canadian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.
| Passport | Canadian passport |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Tourism / short business trip |
| Visa required | Yes — visa required |
| Maximum stay | Tourist visa typically 30 days |
| Passport validity | At least 6 months beyond entry |
| Return/onward ticket | Yes |
| Arrival form | Visa arranged before travel via an Iranian embassy or authorised agency |
| Last checked | 22 July 2026 |
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