Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Planning, Trip > Trip Paperwork
"Temporary" carnet du passage for Iran "Temporary" carnet du passage for Iran
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
Trip Paperwork Covers all documentation, carnets, customs and country requirements, how to deal with insurance etc.
Photo by Andy Miller, UK, Taking a rest, Jokulsarlon, Iceland

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Andy Miller, UK,
Taking a rest,
Jokulsarlon, Iceland



Like Tree1Likes
  • 1 Post By DAKAR PIRATE

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 8 Jun 2013
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Nov 2008
Posts: 66
"Temporary" carnet du passage for Iran
I wish I could provide some info about this but, sorry, it's a question. (I've searched for answers but find I need to post.)

I'm in Germany, want to get my Land Rover to Oman, where it's registered. Via Iran is the only feasible route I'm aware of (other than shipping).

I came through Iran on the way to Europe but my carnet du passage expired on 02 May 2012. Getting an extension, or a new one, could well be tricky. (Even trying get a reply to an Email sent to the Oman AA is an art form in itself.)

What is the likelihood of being able to arrange "temporary import" at an Iranian border? I read things like "sometimes possible", "has been done" and so one. What does a "yes" or a "no" depend on? If I'm at the border and it's a "no" day, I can't just try the next street along.

Comments and suggestions warmly welcomed.

Thanks!
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 23 Jul 2013
NYLon2000's Avatar
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: NYC
Posts: 95
Bump - im very interested in this too. Anyone know?
__________________
WineAndWater. RTW - Raising money for Wine to Water, supporting clean water projects in 15 countries.
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 3 Sep 2013
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: London
Posts: 4
گمرك جمهوري اسلامي ايران

Islamic republic of Iran customs.
Upto date information on there
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 3 Sep 2013
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: London
Posts: 4
Exclamation
Why the link is in Arabic I'll never know.
But you WILL NEED A CARNET
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 3 Sep 2013
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Nov 2008
Posts: 66
Dakar Pirate,
Thanks for your reply. You are more concerned about my problem than the Oman Automobile Association, who choose to ignore my Emails. (Hopeless ***** ** *******. I lived there for eight years; have some insight into the matter.)

I've been to the website and had a look round. Under "Recaf Automobile and Things", for example, there's no info. Where exactly should I be looking? Thanks.
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 21 Sep 2013
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: London
Posts: 4
Sorry for the late reply.
Carnet definitely needed for Iran.
I have tried to find out they have a deposit scheme like Egypt,but no definitive answer on this question.
I wish to ride through Iran and the RAC no longer do carnets apparently.
If you get no joy.
Just say "**** it" and turn up at the border with all the paper work you have and see what happens.
Good luck.
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 21 Sep 2013
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Nov 2008
Posts: 66
Iran: carnet etc.
Hi Dakar Pirate, and thanks for your reply.

In all seriousness, I think your last line is very good advice: just turn up!

I was in touch with Stantours, who on various occasions in the past have provided me with good service. They offered a "guide": the cost seemed enormous (hundreds of some hard currency). I said "no thanks, I wouldn't want to go through Iran with a guide", but I'd misunderstood. The "guide" would get me through the border, only (then disappear).

I've been through Iran twice: in 2004, on buses etc. and in 2011 with my Land Rover. I've found the Iranians -all the ones I met- to be courteous, very generous and so on. When I exited last time, to Iran, my experience with the border people was excellent and heart-warming. It might well be that at a border, a "special service"/"special payment" and a sincere (i.e. to be kept) promise to say nothing to anyone about it would get one in. There'd be the matter of getting out, of course, which in my case would be from Bandar Abbas, on a ferry.
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 22 Sep 2013
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: London
Posts: 4
So I googled 'temporary admission to Iran with a car'
And it came up with a horizons unlimited page datedJanuary 2013 and it seems.possible to enter Iran with the deposit schem,how much I do not know,but Egypt I think run a maximum of €2000 age dependant.
I'm interested in knowing how you get on.
I want to ride Iran to Turkmenistan on a motorbike so any sort of solid answer would be
appreciated.
Merci et bonne chance,Mon ami.
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 14 Oct 2013
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 51
Curious to hear any news...
I am also planning to pass through Iran coming from Turkmenistan and am curious if it can be done without a carnet. Please, if anyone finds out anything more on this please do share. Thank you.
Reply With Quote
Reply

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Carnet de passage UK: RAC withdraws bank guarantee Charlemagne Trip Paperwork 244 24 Jan 2019 17:02
travel without a carnet de passage? sazamataz Trip Paperwork 27 19 May 2015 08:38
Importing vehicle on Carnet into South Africa Duty Free (Returning South African) langebaan sunset Trip Paperwork 6 14 Nov 2013 19:28
Carnet De Passage for Central/South America robertjcuervo Trip Paperwork 14 24 May 2013 12:20
Carnet de passage for an Indian bike Mibbsy Trip Paperwork 1 31 Oct 2012 23:59

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

  • Virginia: April 24-27 2025
  • Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
  • Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
  • CanWest: July 10-13 2025
  • Switzerland: Date TBC
  • Ecuador: Date TBC
  • Romania: Date TBC
  • Austria: Sept. 11-15
  • California: September 18-21
  • France: September 19-21 2025
  • Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

Your ad could be here, on EVERY page of the HUBB, or the whole website, or as many as you like!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 22:39.

Contact Us - Horizons Unlimited Motorcycle Travellers Website - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top