Internet and mobile coverage all over the country

You can have an Iran SIM Card for 15 upon your arrival at the airport, when you book a pick-up service through TAP Persia, our driver will provide the SIM Card for you.

  • Fill in the online request form
  • Schedule your airport pick up
  • Pay the SIM card and pick up fee
  • Get your SIM card upon arrival
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Why you should get an Iran prepaid sim card

We make your application process easier and connect you with one of the country’s leading cellular providers.

Nationwide Coverage

Cell and internet access all in both urban and rural areas

International Calling

Use your SIM card to keep in touch with friends and family

4G/LTE Connection

3G/4G/LTE internet from the moment you arrive

Airport dropoff

We’ll bring your SIM right to the arrival gate of the airport

Stay connected as you explore

Sharing your experience with friends and family at any time is the fastest way to feel safe wherever you go. But most cell phone carriers don’t cover Iran. That’s where TAP Persia comes in. When you order your Iran SIM card through TAP Persia, we’ll have your SIM card ready and delivered upon your arrival. Each SIM card comes with 10-15 gigabytes of internet and must be booked alongside your airport pick-up.

How do I get a SIM card in Iran

Make sure to set the proper configuration for your APN based on SMS instructions sent by the mobile operator.

Provide your passport to the counter to make a scan and register your SIM Card (Note: it usually takes few hours to activate your SIM by mobile operator)

Ask the counter to change the SIM card’s language to English and provide you the data plans and choose your desired package (we recommend you to buy minimum 10GB data plan)

Make sure to set the proper configuration for your APN based on SMS instructions sent by the mobile operator.

Install MyIrancell or MyMCI Apps from Google Play or AppStore to check your quota and balance.

Iran SIM Card

You can get your SIM card without hassle through TAP Persia

Iran SIM card price

The Iran SIM card price is 15 Euros but you have to purchase it along with an airport pick-up, which costs €30. You can also book your package as part of the TAP Persia welcome package and save 15%. Each welcome package includes your travel Insurance, your visa, and a tourist card for cashless payments along with your SIM card and airport pick-up.

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Iran SIM Card

Hamrah Aval Recommended Internet Packages

Traffic LimitValidityPriceActivation USSD
7 GB30 Days30,738 Toman*100*21# and then 1
12 GB60 Days50,140 Toman*100*412#
15 GB120 Days67,580 Toman*100*432#
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Irancell Recommended Internet Packages

Traffic LimitValidityPriceActivation USSD
7 GB30 Days30,738 Toman*555*5*3# and then 6
10 GB60 Days39,240 Toman*555*5*4# and then 1
15 GB120 Days67,580 Toman*555*5*4# and then 6

Mobile phone operators

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Hamrah-e Aval

Mobile Communications Company of Iran (MCI), known under its brand name “Hamrahe Aval” (Persian: همراه اول‎ The First Operator), is the first mobile operator in Iran with more than 75 million active subscriptions and better coverage.

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Irancell

 Irancell is the second mobile operator in Iran. They usually have counters in every international airport in Iran. However the coverage is not as good as Hamrah Aval!

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Rightel

They are the third mobile operator in Iran with less users and less coverage.

Best SIM card in iran

Hamrah Aval is considered the most reliable mobile operator for your trip and based on travelers’ experience the VPNs work much better on this provider.

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What steps should I follow to use Hamrah Aval 4G Internet?

In order to activate MCI internet, you should follow these steps:
First, send a blank SMS to 8088 or dial USSD code *10*231#.
Then go to http://mci.ir/notrino-settings for your cell phone settings or create an APN manually:

  • Name: mcinet
  • APN: mcinet
  • MCC: 432
  • MNC: 11

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What steps should I follow to use MTN Irancell 4G Internet?

Dial *555*4*2# or check out online internet configurations page to get settings within seconds. If you want, you can manually enter the APN settings as shown below:

  • Name: Internet-Irancell
  • APN: mtnirancell

 

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Iran SIM card recharge

Even though you can use USSD codes or the Apps to top-up your SIM card, you can’t do it by yourself since you need an Iranian debit card to make the payment therefore you should ask locals to help you to top-up for you and pay them by cash or refer to any mobile operators’ office to recharge your SIM.

Useful USSD Codes for Hamrah Aval
Switching Language to EnglishNot Available!
Checking Current Data Packages*100*10#
Balance Inquiry*10*121#
Useful USSD Codes for Irancell
Switching Language to English*555*4*3*2#
Checking Current Data Packages*555*1*4#
Balance Inquiry*555*1*2#
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TAP Persia Welcome Package

Apply for your visa and choose the welcome package to get a %10 discount

Free Visa Authorization Code
24/7 Live Assistance

SIM-Card
50,000 Rials credit + 10GB internet

30 Days Travel Insurance
10,000 Euros coverage

€103.00

€92.70

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Airport Transfer
IKA to hotel in Tehran

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Why do I have to purchase an Airport pickup with my Iran SIM card?

Each SIM card comes with a detailed application. Your driver will complete your application so you won’t have to deal with filling out paperwork when you land at 3am. And since your driver is already there to give you your paperwork, he can also take you to your hotel in Tehran or any other Iranian city.

Why should I book my Iran SIM card as part of the TAP Persia welcome package?

Because you can get a 17 Euros discount by booking TAP Persia Welcome Package and get 17 Euros discount.

Can I call my provider directly?

In order to activate the SIM card, you need to register with your passport. For questions about your SIM card in English, you call 0937-707-0000 or 0937-700-0000 with Irancell SIM cards and call 9990 with HamrahAval SIM cards.

How do I download a VPN?

It is best to purchase a VPN before you arrive. Be sure to ask if they provide coverage when traveling and how long they have covered the country. If you need more information start a chat with us or contact us on WhatsApp.

Can I get my Iran SIM card by myself later when I get into the city?

Yes you can, however you may have to go out of your way to get to the nearest Irancell reselling agent.

Who is my cellular provider?

Hamrah-e Aval is the first mobile operator in Iran with more than 75 million active subscriptions and better coverage.
Irancell is the second mobile operator in Iran. They usually have counters in every international airport in Iran. However, the coverage is not as good as Hamrah Aval but they offer services in English.

Which mobile networks work in Iran?

Most international mobile operators work with Iran mobile operators so you can receive calls, SMS and use DATA , however you need to activate data roaming service which is costly. So we advise you to get an Iranian SIM card upon arrival.

Will my cell phone work in Iran?

Yes, you can use your mobile device for up to 30 days and after that your device will be disabled. For more than 30 days, you need to make sure to register it at the airport upon arrival before you leave customs

What should I do if my cell phone is disabled in Iran after 30 Days?

You need to have an extra phone or buy a cheap mobile phone in Iran or you need to have portable wifi with a SIM card to have DATA.

Is the Internet good in Iran?

In most big cities you have fairly good speed (10-30 Mbps) in your SIM card data, you can but in rural areas the speed is lower. Remember you might lose internet coverage in deserts, mountains and jungles.

Can you use WhatsApp in Iran?

Nowadays you need a VPN to access WhatsApp. Make sure to install different VPNs on your phone before arrival or ask TAP Persia support on Whatsapp or online chat for advice and reliable VPN.

How long is my SIM Card valid?

The regular prepaid SIM card is valid as long as it has credit, and will terminate if you don’t use it in 3 months.

Do I need to download a VPN to access my email or social media?

You can access your email without VPN but many popular Apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube are blocked so it is best to have a VPN while you travel in case you need to access your social media or other accounts while you explore.

Can I get my Iran SIM card myself at the airport when I land?

You can get your SIM card yourself at the Irancell or Hamrah Aval counters at the airport. However, each SIM card comes with a detailed application that might take up to 1 hour of processing. If you purchase your SIM card from TAP Persia, our driver will complete your application so you won’t have to deal with filling out paperwork.

How can I charge it?

  • Top-up in mobile operator offices by cash
  • Use USSD codes (note that you need to use Iranian debit cards for the payment)
  • Use MyIrancell or MyMCI Apps (note that you need to use Iranian debit cards for the payment)
  • Ask locals to buy data packages online and pay them in cash
  • Ask the TAP Persia support team online if you purchase your SIM card from us

What kind of data packages can I purchase?

Each operator offers different types of internet packages with a limited quota based on daily, weekly, and monthly time limits. To check the recommended data packages for each operator you can read this page.

Is the internet banned in Iran?

Generally, you can access most websites and email services, however social media such as Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube are banned and you need to use VPN to access them. You can TAP Persia support on Whatsapp or online chat for advice and reliable VPN.

Is the internet fast in Iran?

In most big cities you have fairly good speed (10-30 Mbps) in your SIM card data, but in the rural areas the speed might be lower. WiFi speed at the hotels is slower than the data but still you can access the internet.

What are the types of SIM Cards in Iran?

All mobile operators (Hamrah Aval, Irancell, and Rightell) provide Data SIM Cards and Regular Prepaid SIM Cards in three basic sizes of SIM card: the standard, the micro, and the nano.
Hamrah-e-Aval (2G, 3G, 4G)
Irancell (2G, 3G, 4G)
RighTel (3G, 4G)

What are Mobile Packages?

Each operator offers Prepaid SIM cards . Airtime and data can be purchased separately. Each operator offers different types of internet packages with a limited quota based on daily, weekly, and monthly time limits.

Where can I buy my Iranian SIM Card?

Find Hamrah Aval or Irancell at the airports, or find the nearest mobile operator office near to your hotel (you can ask hotel reception) to buy a SIM Card. You can get your SIM card without any hassle through TAP Persia

What are my recharging options?

  • Top-up in mobile operator offices by cash
  • Use USSD codes (note that you need to use Iranian debit cards for the payment)
  • Use MyIrancell or MyMCI Apps (note that you need to use Iranian debit cards for the payment)
  • Ask locals to buy data package online and pay them in cash
  • Ask TAP Persia support team online if you purchase your SIM card from us

What services do these SIM Cards offer?

Based on your SIM Card credit and data plan, you can call, send SMS and use the internet.

Where can I pick up my SIM card?

You can get your SIM Card upon arrival at the international airports or any mobile operators’ offices in the cities. You can also get your SIM card without any hassle through TAP Persia.

What package do Iran mobile operators offer for tourists?

Operators will provide “Visitor SIM cards” which is a prepaid SIM card made for travelers. The visitor SIM card enables you to make domestic and International calls, send SMS and enjoy the fastest 4G Internet in Iran.

What is the price per minute for calling?

The price for phone calls is about 90 Tomans per minute.

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