Iran imposes new bond requirement for foreign nationals amid tightening immigration policies

Iran has introduced new regulations requiring foreign nationals to pay a bond in order to stay in the country, Mohammad Saleh Jokar, head of the Iranian Parliament's Councils and Internal Affairs Commission, announced. The exact amount of this bond will be determined by the Ministry of Interior and is intended as a guarantee for ensuring migrants leave the country on time. The bond will be refunded when the individual departs.

Jokar also highlighted stricter regulations regarding accommodation for foreign nationals, stating that renting rooms in hotels, inns, or residential units must be coordinated with law enforcement and security agencies. Failure to comply could result in legal consequences. Furthermore, information related to the work and residence of foreign nationals will need to be registered in a designated system.

This policy is part of Iran's broader efforts to manage its foreign population, particularly Afghan migrants. In recent months, the government has intensified deportation efforts and imposed tighter restrictions on undocumented or unlicensed migrants, underscoring a hardening stance on immigration issues. Iranian officials have emphasized the need for better control over foreign nationals, with plans to deport those residing illegally as a priority.