Iran
Risk / Health Info for Iran
Be sure to have up-to-date vaccines before travelling to Iran. Medical facilities vary and are not generally up to Canadian standards, especially in remote areas. It is highly recommended that you purchase travel health insurance before you leave Canada because provincial or territorial health plans may not cover medical costs while outside of the country. Contact your provincial or territorial health authority for more information.
- Altitude in Iran
- Parts of Iran are higher than 2,400m, and travellers planning to spend time at a high altitude should take steps to protect themselves against the potentially life-threatening acute mountain sickness. Your healthcare provider can help with this.
- Schistosomiasis in Iran
- The schistosomiasis parasite enters humans through the skin during contact with fresh water. To prevent infection, avoid swimming or paddling in lakes and streams in Iran. This condition is also known as bilharzia.
- polio in Iran
- Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) in Iran
- MERS-CoV is a viral respiratory infection with a high mortality rate. It is caused by the coronavirus and is thought to be contracted from infected camels. You should take diligent hygiene measures such as thorough handwashing if you visit a farm, barn or market or touch a camel. Avoid contact with sick animals. Do not drink raw camel milk or urine; and do not eat camel meat that has not been properly cooked. The Government of Canada has issued a travel health advisory about Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus in Iran.
Recommended Vaccines for Iran
| Vaccine Name | Course |
|---|---|
| Hepatitis A | 2 Doses |
| Hepatitis A and B combined (adult) | 3 Doses |
| Hepatitis A and B combined (paediatric) | 2 Doses |
| Hepatitis A and typhoid (combined) | 1 Dose |
| Hepatitis A (paediatric) | 1 Dose |
| Hepatitis B | 3 Doses |
| Hepatitis B (paediatric) | 3 Doses |
| Malaria prophylaxis | |
| Rabies | |
| Typhoid | 1 Dose |
| Typhoid (oral) | 1 Dose |
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About Iran
Iran’s central location between Europe and Asia on the Strait of Hormuz, between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, makes it of strategic importance in the Middle East. it’s a mountainous area with a climate ranging from arid to subtropical.
top Tips for travelling to Iran
Join an organized tour to see Iran’s impressive archaeological treasures. The city of Isfahan is a popular tourist destination with beautiful architecture.
Global Affairs Canada advises all travellers to Iran to exercise a high degree of caution because of crime, demonstrations and the threat of terrorism. Please get up-to-date advice before you leave Canada.