Visa Affairs

Pre-Arrival Upon declaration of admission, you are asked to submit the following items to GOUMS via e-mail; thus, your visa application procedure can commence:

Post-Arrival All international students are required to register at the Office of Consular Affairs after their arrival in Gorgan. Students who seek help on consular issues can consult the Office of Consular Affairs after making the necessary arrangements with the Office of International Affairs at Golestan University of Medical Sciences. Documents for Registration:

All international students are required to apply for a student residence permit within 30 days of their arrival, in Gorgan, to be allowed to remain in Iran as an international student. Documents for a Residence Permit:

If your visa has expired before issuance of your residence permit, you are required to extend your entry visa. Visa Extension Requirements:

Whenever an international student intends to exit Iran, for short or long durations, they must ask for an exit visa. Exit Visa Requirements:

We strongly recommend that you refer to the Office of Consular Affairs ten working days before your scheduled departure date. Student residence permits must be renewed on a yearly basis. Requirements for Renewal of Student Residence Permit:

Students are required to consult with the Office of Consular Affairs 10-15 days prior to the expiration date of residence permits. Important Notice

You can download GOUMS Visa Application Form from here. To download the list of Iranian Embassies worldwide please click here.