If your Validity Period is 60 months, your visa will be valid for 60 months from the date it is issued. IranSource Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:Booklet Old versions have a red/burgundy cover, handwritten biodata, and manual signatures and stamps. The law, however, provides exemptions in certain circumstances. The majority of the population, moreover, is under 25 years of age and thus has no personal memory of the Iranian Revolution. Physical standards had to be lowered to get the number of men needed. Alternate Documents:An expired birth certificate will have IS DECEASED stamped on the pages. Since a temporary marriage would not be valid for immigration purposes, the applicant should be processed for visa purposes as though unmarried. However, because the Department anticipates that virtually all applicants for this special program will be either Irish or U.K. nationals, the Q-2 and Q-3 categories have been placed only in the reciprocity schedules for those two countries. Registration Criteria: There are no registration criteria. Comments: Available but unreliable. 9 November to 20 November 2012 and 8 January to 9 January 2013. [Accessed 25 Mar. Alternate Documents: The National Card presents information which is also contained on the Birth Certificate, but the latter is more comprehensive. Also, there is no reciprocity fee for visa issuance to an accompanying or following-to-join spouse or child (J-2) of an exchange visitor grantee or participant. Document Name:Sanad-e Talagh (Divorce Certificate). 21 December 2014. Many applicants also submit titles and deeds to apartments and property. (Factiva), Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP). 2014). 27 March 2014. Comments:In Tehran, each church of a minority religion has several notaries assigned to it, while there are at least one hundred notaries assigned to record Muslim marriages and divorces. Registration Criteria:Proof of Iranian citizenship. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) had an estimated 125,000 active personnel in 2007. Registration Criteria:Divorce is permitted on various grounds, including: mental illness; disabilities interfering with conjugal relations; husbands inability or unwillingness to provide financial support; husbands bad behavior; husbands incurable disease constituting risk to the wife; husbands desertion; husbands conviction for a dishonorable crime; husbands infertility or contraction of a sexually transmitted disease; polygamy without consent; and other circumstances where continuation of marriage constitutes proven difficulty or hardship for wife. Alternate Documents:There are no alternate documents. "Compensated Living Kidney Donation in Iran: Donor's Attitude and Short-Term Follow-up." but she kept asking for it ! Iranian soldier with his commander (1950s) Conscription was first introduced by Reza Shah in June 1925 and approved as law by the National Consultative Assembly. MENASource offers the latest news from across the Middle East, combined with commentary by contributors, interviews with emerging players, multi-media content, and independent analysis from fellows and staff. You are about to leave travel.state.gov for an external website that is not maintained by the U.S. Department of State. In 1984 the Majlis passed a new Military Act that amended conscription laws to reduce the high number of draft dodgers. The Iranian government may reinstitute the national military service buy-out scheme in 2019 to make up for the current deficit in the Iranian military budget, ISNA (Iranian Students News Agency) reported, quoting Kamal Dehghani, the deputy chair of the Committee on National Security and Foreign Policy of the Majlis (Iranian Parliament.) N.d.b. 2014], Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL). This exemption is for a man who is the only male in the family and his father is over 65 years old. This reflected the country-wide illiteracy rate, which stood at 60 percent in 1979. 2014], Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA). The IHRDC indicates that this applies to both secondary and university students that are attending classes (IHRDC 7 Nov. 2013). "Witness Statement of Milad." You can extend your status for free if you. Certified Copies Available: Certified copies are not available. In fact, the vast majority of the combat-trained labor power Iran developed during the Iran-Iraq War left military service by the mid-1990s. There is no reciprocity fee for the issuance of a J visa if the alien is a United States Government grantee or a participant in an exchange program sponsored by the United States Government. Sina Azodi. Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:White booklet with handwritten data. Ben Piven. A 14 October 2008 article by Agence France-Presse (AFP) reports that, according to the state-run Fars News Agency, General Kamali stated that military service would be reduced by 1 to 2 months, adding "the term was 17 monthsand now it has been cut to 16 months." Iranian law requires all male citizens over 18 to serve in the military but exempts gay and transgender men, who are classified as having mental disorders. The BBC reports that, according to General Kamali, current conscripts and people who will be serving by the end of the year, which is 20 March 2014, will not be affected by the extension of service (26 Dec. 2014). Like other Iranian men who seek to come to the United States, I was asked by an immigration officer in 2004 about my prior military service. Virtual Embassy Iran ir.usembassy.gov, U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi ae.usembassy.gov. The undated website of the Iranian Embassy in The Hague states that. Desertion is punishable by two to 12 months' imprisonment in case the deserter surrenders himself to the authorities. In Iran's military protocol, homosexuality is defined as a type of mental abnormality, and more specifics are . (Iran n.d.b). Since Canadian nationals generally are exempt from visa requirement, a Canadian "TN' or "TD" alien does not require a visa to enter the United States. Iran has a compulsory military service requirement for all Iranian men when they reach the age of 19. Those who avoid call-up for military service are considered deserters. 2014], _____. Issuing Government Authority:Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Immigration and Passport Police; and Iranian Embassies and Consulates, including the Interests Section of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Embassy of Pakistan, Washington, D.C. Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:Burgundy exterior with gold print, including the Iranian Coat of Arms; book is bound on the right side, pages ordered from right to left. The NGO said the three male members of his family took him to the village of Borumi, western Iran, and murdered him there. The birth certificate booklet and national identification card of the deceased (if available); The birth certificate of the deceaseds spouse (if applicable); and. A 2013 UK Home Office Country of Origin Information Report indicates that, according to a translation of the website of the Iranian Embassy in the UK, the only male child must be over the age of 18 and his father must be over the age of 60 (UK 26 Sept. 2013, 56); being "the sole caretaker of a parent, a minor or ill sibling or ill grandparents" (IHRDC 7 Nov. 2014) or, according to Al-Monitor, only children caring for parents (19 Dec. 2013); being "a man who has demonstrated exceptional scholastic achievement" (IHRDC 7 Nov. 2014); Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) states that members of the Basij are exempt from military service (19 June 2009), while an article in the Middle East Journal indicates that this is a "possibility" if they are active in the Basij for 5 years or more (30 June 2013); "those who work in industries vital to the government or military" may also be exempt, according to Al-Monitor (19 Dec. 2013). Corroborating information could not be found among the sources consulted by the Research Directorate within the time constraints of this Response. However, it is likely that the Majlis may reconsider the proposal to help the military meet its budgetary requirements for next year, Mr. Dehghani said. The total period of service is twenty-five years, divided as follows: two years of active military service, six years in standby military service for draftees, then eight years in first-stage reserve and nine years in second-stage reserve. They, like less-educated conscripts, are often disciplined for minor infractions. If there is a number, such as "One", you may apply for entry one time with that visa. 19 December 2013. Country of Origin Information Report. This fee is in addition to the nonimmigrant visa application fee (MRV fee). 2014], Iran Human Rights Documentation Center (IHRDC). And you need to apply to the embassy for an "exit stamp" (mohr e khorooj) . The IFOR Main Representative to the UN stated that, no case has been recorded of anyone claiming exemption from the military authorities on the grounds of conscientious objection, but as conscientious objection is not recognised by the military authorities, conscientious objectors would not be treated as such; no sanctions would explicitly address conscientious objection. The following dependents of a T-1 visa holder, however, may be issued a T visa at a U.S. consular office abroad: The validity of NATO-5 visas may not exceed the period of validity of the employment contract or 12 months, whichever is less. Iranian medical exemption laws for military service are indications of legal discrimination against homosexual and transsexual people in Iran. Both versions include a space for notes, death information, and where the registration office records any changes or corrections to the information in the document, such as a legal name change or a correction to the date or place of birth. E-1 and E-2 visas may not be issued to a principal alien if he/she is a stateless resident. It was considered that by allowing them to leave, the authorities were thereby getting rid of dissent. You need to apply for a visitor record to extend your visitor status. However, in reality, this interest predates the 1979 revolution and reflects a deep-seated desire for national prestige and development, as well as a need to deter regional rivals. The card showing either the exemption or completion of military service is vital to function in Iranian society and is required for even basic things such as getting passports. This fee is in addition to the nonimmigrant visa application fee (MRV fee). Yet even the air force, which had developed training facilities for support personnel and homafars, was short of its real requirements. 4. Indeed, it can be argued that only a small minority of IRGC members, particularly those who served in the elite Quds Forcethe Guards external armparticipate in acts that might be characterized as terrorism or support for terrorism in countries such as Iraq, Syria, Yemen, and Lebanon. According to two sources, the length of service depends on the geographical location of the conscript (IHRDC 7 Nov. 2013; BBC 26 Dec. 2013). International Fellowship of Reconciliation (IFOR). Individuals may volunteer for active duty at age 16. Further information on the implementation of the proposed service extension could not be found among the sources consulted by the Research Directorate within the time constraints of this Response. February 2013. "Iran: Transgender People Are No Longer Classified as 'Mentally Sick'." UkraineAlert is a comprehensive online publication that provides regular news and analysis on developments in Ukraines politics, economy, civil society, and culture. 2) Exemption from military service is available on several grounds. According to Commander Kamali, the eight-year rule also applies to military deserters and university students who were exempt from the national service while in school but had quit their studies without informing the draft registration office. A computer engineer would serve as a computer operator and so on. "Iran May Increase Compulsory Military Service by Three Months." Two witnesses are required. Consequently, the U.S. Department of State no longer has a basis under U.S. law to issue E-1 or E-2 visas to principal applicants who are nationals of Iran. With the 1979 with drawal of foreign military and civilian advisers, particularly from the United States and Pakistan, the operation, maintenance, and logistical functioning of armed forces' equipment was hampered by a critical shortage of skilled manpower. 2012), while the US CIA World Factbook states that volunteers start at 16 (US 26 Feb. 2014). The first page includes a summary of the certificate holders personal information such as place of birth and parents first names and birth certificate numbers. It was considered that by allowing them to leave, the authorities were thereby getting rid of dissent. Their dependents (spouse and children) accompanying or following to join them may be admitted in the "trade dependent" or "TD" category whether or not they possess Canadian or Mexican nationality. Military card for Turkish applicants are not required. N.d.a. N.d. "IFOR Mission." After the United States entered the World War, a large Army was needed immediately. (IFOR 18 Mar. Iranian / Dutch B2 tourist visa refused because of no military card / no military exemption card ! "Shamsi to Gregorian Converter." Management Fax: (+9821)66709333 On Saturday, January 29, a spokesman for the Iranian parliament's Budget Committee for 2022-23 said members had agreed that exemptions from military service could again be sold to individuals at a cost of 250 to 600 million tomans (US$9,000 to $21,500). The first compulsory military service bill was passed ninety-six years ago, during the reign of Reza Shah Pahlavi. The original version of this document may be found on the offical website of the IRB at, Last Updated: Tuesday, 28 February 2023, 15:25 GMT, 1951 Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees, 1967 Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees, 1954 Convention Relating to the Status of Stateless Persons, 1961 Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness, Canada: Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada, Iran : information sur le service militaire, y compris sur l'ge du recrutement, la dure du service, les motifs d'exemption, la possibilit d'effectuer un service de remplacement et le traitement rserv par les autorits aux personnes qui refusent de faire leur service militaire; information indiquant si des sanctions sont imposes aux objecteurs de conscience, Military service / Conscientious objection / Desertion / Draft evasion / Forced conscription, Persecution on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:All service cards show national ID number, given name, surname, fathers name, date of birth (Persian), dates of service, card issuance date, rank, photo, and contain a chip. Fee: The reciprocity fee, also known as the visa issuance fee, you must pay. [Accessed on 27 Mar. Effective February 24, 2023, the Implementation of Additional Sanctions Against Russia and Belarus Under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and Refinements to Existing Controls rule (the "Russia/Belarus Rule") amends the EAR by:. Under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Canadian and Mexican nationals coming to engage in certain types of professional employment in the United States may be admitted in a special nonimmigrant category known as the "trade NAFTA" or "TN" category. Corroborating information could not be found among the sources consulted by the Research Directorate within the time constraints of this Response. Anyone any idea what I can do?!!!?!?!?!!?! 8. The validity of H-1 through H-3, O-1 and O-2, P-1 through P-3, and Q visas may not exceed the period of validity of the approved petition or the number of months shown, whichever is less. 22 hours ago, AmirNL said: Number of Entries: The number of times you may seek entry into the United States with that visa. [Accessed 20 Mar. @media only screen and (min-device-width : 320px) and (max-device-width : 480px) { 19 June 2013. "Shamsi to Gregorian Converter." Marriage between two Baha'is is registered in two documents. Internet sites, including: Amnesty International; ecoi.net; Iran - Islamic Parliament of Iran, Iranian Police, National Portal for Iran, Office of the Supreme Leader Sayyid Ali Khamenei, Presidency Website; Iran Data Portal; Hein Online; Legislationline; Small Media; United Nations - Refworld. Canada: Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada. This means a temporary marriage would not disqualify an alien from a K-1 fianc (e) visa and would not be considered a marriage for determining whether an alien meets the definition of child (under 21 and unmarried). Al-Monitor reports that in December 2013, General Kamali stated that "[b]ecause of its discriminatory nature, paying off military service was never desired by the armed forces, and that option has been closed" (19 Dec. 2013). Q-2 (principal) and Q-3 (dependent) visa categories are in existence as a result of the 'Irish Peace Process Cultural and Training Program Act of 1998'. Irans interest in developing a nuclear deterrent is often attributed to the Islamic Republic. [Accessed 13 Mar. 24 April 2012. There's no guarantee she will issue you a visa even if you're able to do so. The IHRDC indicates that some exemptions "on account of physical or mental health problems or disabilities" include "schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, manic-depressive tendencies and other serious mental illnesses" (7 Nov. 2013). have valid temporary resident status in Canada. New military ID cards list the subsection of the law dictating their exemption on their ID cards, which identifies them as gay or transgender and puts them at risk of physical danger and. Original Iranian Birth Certificate (Shenasname), and photocopies of all the pages of the Birth Certificate(This document must contain an ID photo for those above 15 years of age. Document Name:Sanad-e aghd; Sanad Sanad-e ezdevaj (Marriage Certificate), Issuing Authority:National Organization of Registration of Documents and Property (Sazman-e Sabt-e Asnad va Amlak-e Keshvar), Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:Red/burgundy booklet, off-white pages with handwritten data, Issuing Authority Personnel Title:Notary public. Procedure for Obtaining: Iranian nationals over the age of 15 apply for the card at any local branch of the National Organization for Civil Registration in Iran. 2- They must have lived at least 2 years in the foreign country. According to estimates, this force, mainly composed of youths, could expand to as many as 1 million members in the event of a national emergency. Court and prison documents are not required because posts cannot verify them. (for almost 10 years) During the interview I was asked about my military card or exemption and I explained that I do not have because I did not even serve in the military ! These marriages are performed by ecclesiastical authorities and are not registered with the government. Master and bachelor graduates will serve 8 and 6 months lesser respectively. Special Seal(s) / Color / Format:The card contains a full-face photo (left-aligned), and biodata (right-aligned), including the unique national ID number (different from shenasnameh number), given name, surname, date of birth (Persian calendar), fathers given name, and expiration date. Asking for the military exemption card is just a convenient way to refuse you. On 21 December 2013, Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), Iran's official news agency (World-newspapers.com n.d.), reported that the High Council of Iranian Affairs Abroad was seeking authorization to reduce service for students studying abroad "in return" for presenting their research studies. By Israel, Jerusalem, the West Bank and Gaza. Individuals who have a handicap or suffer from a certain illness and are thus not in a complete state of health, however yet well capable of carrying out non-combat/military-related services in offices. Joint Report from the Danish Immigration Service, the Norwegian Landinfo and Danish Refugee Council's Fact-finding Mission to Tehran, Iran, Ankara, Turkey and London, United Kingdom. [Accessed 27 Mar. Sign in to follow this . The IHRDC indicates that, "[i]n particular, gay men and transsexual persons who obtain military exemption due to their sexual orientation are at a significant disadvantage" because their cards for military exemption indicate the reason as "a psychological disorder" (IHRDC 7 Nov. 2013). Under the pre-revolutionary law, temporary or permanent exemptions were provided for the physically disabled, hardship cases, convicted felons, students, and certain professions. 2014]. 2014). [a]ccording to the most recent resolutions, foreign resident draftees who have left the country before the date 29/12/1382 [19 March 2004 (Taghvim.com 28 Mar. 2014)]. Follow him on Twitter@Azodiac83. No 184, Imam Khomeini Street, Tehran, Iran 2014b)]. 2023 Atlantic Council . Young men who have turned 17 years of age will not be allowed to leave Iran without completing their military service.