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| Language: |
Persian (Farsi), Azari, Kurdish, Arabic,Other Local Languages |
| Electricity: |
220V AC 50Hz |
| International Direct Dialing Code: |
98 |
| Driving: |
Driving is on the right. International Driving Permit required |
| Currency: |
Iranian Rial (IRR 1 = 100 Dinars) |
| Business/Social Hints: |
If the visiting executive is a woman this must be clearly stated in initial correspondence. Women should dress conventionally, revealing clothes should not be worn. A headscarf is essential. Many executives speak a second language eg English, French or German. Islamic conventions apply. People do not shake hands with those of the opposite sex. It is the convention to use the right and not the left hand when shaking hands. Consumption of alcohol is strictly forbidden. There are many restrictions on photography. On social occasions, eg invitation to restaurants, punctuality is appreciated. Dress as for business meetings unless otherwise indicated |
| Public Holidays: |
2008
Jan 8 Eid-e Ghadir Khom, Jan 19 Tassoua, Jan 30 Ashura, Feb 11 Victory of Islamic Revolution, Mar 10 Arbaeen, Mar 18 Demise of Prophet Mohammad, Mar 20 Martyrdom of Imam Reza, Aug 8 Birthday of Imam Ali, Jul 30 Prophet Mohammad receives his calling, Sep 9 Birthday Imam Mahdi, Oct 2 Eid-e Fitr (End of Ramadan), Oct 15 Martyrdom Imam Ali, Nov 18 Martyrdom Imam Jafar Sadegh, Dec 9 Eid-e Ghorban, Dec 29 Islamic New Year.
* Dates may vary according to the lunar calendar |
| Emergency Services: |
Police: 110. Fire: 125. Ambulance: 115 |
| Clothing: |
Tropical during summer months, mediumweights at other times |
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