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Life in Iran
What everyday life really feels like — the people, the rhythm of the week, the cost of living, the food, the cities and the small customs that turn a newcomer into a local.
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Understanding Daily Life
Five foundations of living in Iran: the people, the money, the homes, the rhythm of days and the language. Select any card for the full story.
Life Overview
A day in Iran, from morning tea to late-night family tables.
Read More →People & Society
Family bonds, taarof etiquette and legendary hospitality.
Read More →Cost of Living
Toman, prices and what a monthly budget really looks like.
Read More →Housing & Rent
Rahn deposits, neighborhoods and finding your home.
Read More →Language & People
Persian essentials and how communication really works.
Read More →Newcomer Path
Your First Months in 8 Steps
From landing to feeling at home — the natural order in which newcomers settle into Iranian life. Select any step for details.
Step 01
Arrival
First days, first tea, first impressions.
Step 02
Home
Choose a neighborhood and settle in.
Step 03
Money & SIM
Cash, cards, phone and daily apps.
Step 04
Getting Around
Metro, Snapp and city rhythms.
Step 05
Health
Doctors, pharmacies and insurance.
Step 06
Work & School
Routines, offices and classrooms.
Step 07
Friends
Invitations, gatherings and belonging.
Step 08
At Home
Traditions become your own.
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Every Day
Daily Life in Detail
Food, movement, health, learning, shopping, nature, arts and celebrations. Select any area for the full guide.
Everyday Essentials
Food & Markets
Kebabs, stews, bazaars and the ritual of shared meals.
Read More →Getting Around
Metro, buses, Snapp rides and intercity travel.
Read More →Healthcare
Skilled doctors, pharmacies on every corner, low costs.
Read More →Education
Schools, universities and learning Persian fast.
Read More →Lifestyle & Enjoyment
Shopping & Bazaars
Grand bazaars, modern malls and everyday bargaining.
Read More →Nature & Weekends
Mountains, deserts, forests and the Caspian coast.
Read More →Arts & Entertainment
Cinema, music, cafés, parks and poetry nights.
Read More →Celebrations
Nowruz, Yalda and a calendar full of gatherings.
Read More →Good To Know
Practical Guides
Phones, money, safety and etiquette — the know-how that makes daily life smooth from week one.
SIM, Internet & Apps
Staying connected and the apps everyone uses daily.
Read More →Money & Banking
Cash culture, local cards and paying like a local.
Read More →Safety & Emergencies
How safe it is, plus numbers and habits to know.
Read More →Questions Newcomers Ask
Dress, alcohol rules, pets, weekends — answered honestly.
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