Frequently asked questions about the situation in Iran and Israel
Tensions between Israel and Iran have risen. Read the frequently asked questions about the situation in Iran and Israel below.
It is important to let the embassy in Teheran know that you are currently in Iran and how we are able to reach out to you.
Register with the Information Service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs if you are still in Iran (information in Dutch). This way you will be kept up to date and registered as Dutch national currently in Iran. If you are leaving Iran, notify the Ministry through the Information Service.
You can also download the Travel app (information in Dutch) and make Iran a favorite. You will be notified when the travel advice for Iran changes. Please note: the travel advice is only available in Dutch.
The Ministry is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week on phone number +31 247 247 247.
Check the travel advice for Iran (information in Dutch).
Iran has color code red. Read the entire travel advice to know what this means for your situation. Do not travel to Iran. The situation in Iran is unsafe and unstable.
Are you currently in Iran? Leave the country as soon as possible if it is safe to do so. The options for leaving Iran by plane can change at any time.
There can be changes in the air traffic to and from Iran. For example if countries decide to close up their airspace or if the airport of Teheran temporarily closes. Contact your airline for the latest information and updates.
The Dutch embassy in Teheran has opened its doors again for the general public. If you had an appointment at the embassy, you should have been notified about a reschedule for your appointment. This mostly impacts clients who applied for a visa to travel to the Netherlands. If you have an appointment at VFS Global in Teheran, you can keep up to date on the website of VFS Global, should there be any updates.
No, repatriation and evacuation are not up for discussion.