The Indian government has issued a fresh travel advisory for Iran, asking citizens to postpone all non-essential travel to the country as the security situation continues to worsen. Indians currently in Iran have also been advised to consider leaving through available commercial flights while travel routes remain operational.
The advisory, issued by the Embassy of India in Tehran, comes amid rising instability and escalating military tensions in the region. The embassy said the situation remains unpredictable and urged Indian nationals to avoid travelling to Iran until further notice.
Those already in the country have been encouraged to assess their personal safety and make plans to leave using commercial flight services that are still available. The embassy stressed that the advisory is purely precautionary and has been issued in the interest of the safety and well-being of Indian citizens.
For Indians who are unable to leave immediately, the embassy has advised exercising extreme caution. Citizens have been asked to stay away from areas witnessing military activity, especially in southern Iran, remain alert to local developments and strictly follow instructions issued by Iranian authorities.
The mission has also urged all Indian nationals in Iran to stay connected with the embassy and register their details if they have not already done so. Officials said this would enable the embassy to provide timely assistance and communicate important updates in case the situation deteriorates further.
The latest Iran travel advisory comes against the backdrop of escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, which have heightened security concerns across the Middle East. The conflict has not only raised fears over civilian safety but has also disrupted global financial markets, pushed crude oil prices above the USD 90-per-barrel mark and increased uncertainty over international travel.
Government officials said the advisory applies to all Indian citizens, including students, professionals, business travellers and pilgrims currently staying in or planning to visit Iran. Authorities have assured that the embassy remains in constant touch with local officials and is closely monitoring developments on the ground.
The Indian mission has also shared emergency contact numbers and advised citizens to rely only on official updates issued through the embassy’s website and verified social media platforms. Officials cautioned against believing unverified information circulating online, saying travellers should depend only on authentic sources for security-related updates.
Travel experts have advised passengers with planned trips to Iran to check with airlines before departure, as flight schedules could change at short notice depending on the evolving situation. Travellers have also been asked to keep their travel documents ready and remain flexible with their plans.
The government has reiterated that the safety of Indian citizens abroad remains its highest priority and said it will continue to review the situation closely. If required, additional advisories or assistance measures could be announced depending on how the situation develops.The Ministry of External Affairs said it is closely monitoring developments in Iran and remains in constant touch with the Indian Embassy in Tehran. Officials assured that all necessary steps would be taken to assist Indian nationals if the situation worsens.
The embassy has urged citizens to stay connected through its official website and social media platforms for verified updates and emergency information. With tensions in the region continuing to escalate, the government said it will review the situation regularly and issue fresh advisories whenever required. Until then, Indian citizens have been advised to avoid non-essential travel and prioritise their safety.
The advisory reflects India’s growing concern over the rapidly changing security environment in West Asia. Any further escalation could affect air connectivity, commercial shipping routes and the movement of foreign nationals across the region.
