Embassy of India in Tehran, Iran; address 22 Mir Emad Street (Corner of 9th Alley), Dr. Beheshti Avenue, Tehran; phone +982188755103. Head of mission: Mr.…
Head of mission: Mr. Rudra Gaurav Shresth, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Iran (Islamic Republic of), 27 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Kaushik Sengupta, Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of India, 1 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Devender Kumar Kaushik, Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of India, 1 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Shri A.K. Sudhakaran, Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr P.C Joshi, Consul (as of 2015)
India offers a rich blend of cultural heritage, natural beauty, and modern amenities, making it an appealing destination for some Iranian travelers. With 1.6 million Iranians traveling abroad annually, a portion may be drawn to explore India's historic landmarks and diverse ecosystems.
India is relatively safe for tourists coming from Iran, with a Global Peace Index ranking of 114th out of 160 countries, which is better than Iran's ranking of 131st. In terms of murder rates, India has a rate of 2.9 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than Iran's 2.2. However, the rates of female murders are notably higher in India (2.5) compared to Iran (0.6). Regarding organized crime, India has lower indices for mafia groups (3.5 vs. Iran's 7.0) and crime networks (6.0 vs. 7.5). While both countries face challenges with human trafficking and drug-related crimes, India's indices for these issues are generally better than Iran's. Overall, while there are safety concerns in both countries, India presents a relatively safer environment for tourists from Iran based on these statistics.