Registration

ARRIVAL

You will enter Iran with a one-month STUDENT visa. We will assist you to convert your entrance visa to a ONE YEAR RESIDENCY. When you receive your visa and purchase your ticket to Iran, inform us of your arrival date at least 10 days in advance by forwarding a copy of  your ticket to us in order for the university to arrange a transport from the airport to your place of residence. Please inform us of  any changes concerning your arrival. The next business day after you arrive, you should refer to the Office of  Admissions to complete your registration. Our staff and advisors at the Office of Admissions are available to assist you with your needs. 

You will need to deposit the entire first-year tuition fee at the time of registration at TUMS for the registration to be completed. Therefore, please make necessary arrangements for this matter. All registration affairs will be undertaken and completed at the Office of Vice-Chancellor for Global Strategies and International Affairs, Directorate of International Affairs and Development (DIAD). The address is:

No. 21, Dameshgh St., Vali-e Asr Ave., Tehran, Iran.

DIAD is on the 1^ST floor. You will receive a student ID card after your registration is complete.

Later on, you will be accompanied by the university’s Visa Specialist to the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs to process your one-year student visa. 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Required documents for registration are:

- Original Passport 

- 2 photos (3cm*4cm) with white background;

- Two previous degree(s) in original + Official Transcript(s);

- English Language Proficiency Certificate;

- Tuition Fee (in US Dollars).

- Student Visa.

All educational documents need to be approved (signed and verified) by:

- The Institution which has issued the degree;

- The Ministry/Department of  Education;

- The Ministry/Department of  Foreign Affairs.

All documents need to be original, and copies should be proved same as original by the Head of the Certification Issuance Authority. 

INSURANCE AND BANK ACCOUNT

Students will be provided with health and sports insurance. Moreover, residents who work in hospitals will also be covered by professional liability insurance. Moreover, students will be assisted to open a bank account in Iran after completing their registration. The relevant bank will issue a debit card which can be used in ATMs around the city.

VISA PROCESS

You will enter Iran with a one-month student visa. After visiting your school and familiarizing yourself with your schedule and surroundings.

ACCOMMODATION

Student housing provides wireless Internet service for residents. The apartments are furnished with table and chairs as well as a TV set. Each unit has an independent shared kitchen which is furnished with basic appliances, refrigrator, microwave oven, washing machine, an iron, and an ironing board.

LANGUAGE AND RELIGION

The Iranian people are a multiple ethnic linguistic group. The official language in Iran is Persian (Farsi), though there are a number of other languages and dialects that are used in different regions of the country. With regard to religion, currently more than 90 percent of the total population is Muslim. 

WEATHER IN IRAN

Spring

Spring in Iran is mild, and most of the rainfall seen in Iran occurs during the spring and winter periods. 

Summer

Summer weather in Iran is typically hot and dry. 

Fall

During the fall season, Iran has fairly mild weather. 

Winter

In the winters, Iran is typically cold with snowfall. 

FOOD AND DINING

Most shops in Iran sell a range of bread, dairy products, canned foods and other groceries. However, if you have special needs, it is recommended to think ahead and come prepared. Bakeries around Tehran specialize in different types of  Iranian flat bread, baguettes, sandwich bread or toast. Various types of meat can be easily found around the city, especially beef, poultry and fish. Rice is also abundantly found and is the main source of carbohydrates in Iran. Restaurants, cafes, and fast food and sandwich shops are also available all around Tehran.

DRESS CODE

The word hijab refers to:

- The head covering traditionally worn by Muslim women;

- Styles of dress in general.

Following Islamic rules including Hijab or the Islamic dress code is necessary while in Iran.

- The body should be covered with loose clothes. Arms should not be bare;

- Legs and feet should be covered down to ankles;

- For women, hair should be covered. Scarf  is the most common covering for the head.

MONEY EXCHANGE

You are able to exchange money inside Iran. It is recommended to exchange some money at an official organization before you enter Tehran. Generally, shops and services do not accept foreign currency. Certain bank branches and numerous money exchange offices can be found around the city that can easily change most world currencies to the Iranian Rial.