🇮🇷Iran Political Stability: 4.9/100

Iran is the sixth-largest country in Asia, covering an area of 1,648,195 km². It features a diverse landscape, including rugged mountain ranges, deserts, and fertile plains, with the Caspian Sea to the north and the Persian Gulf to the south. The country experiences a variety of climates, from arid in the central regions to subtropical along the Caspian coast.

Iran has a population of approximately 85 million people, with Persian being the official language. The country has a rich cultural heritage influenced by various ethnic groups and religions, predominantly Islam.

World Bank governance: rule of law 8th percentile, corruption control 4th percentile, political stability 5th percentile.

Iran's strongest governance dimension is Rule of Law at 8/100, placing it in the bottom quartile globally. This reflects relatively strong confidence in contract enforcement, property rights, police, and courts.

The weakest dimension is Regulatory Quality at 1/100. Regulatory challenges may create an unpredictable environment for economic activity and daily life.

The narrow spread across all six indicators points to consistent governance performance. Countries with even governance profiles tend to offer predictable environments for travelers and businesses alike.

Iran's fragile governance environment presents real challenges for travelers. Institutional capacity is severely limited across most dimensions. Visitors should expect minimal government services, potential interactions with corruption, and limited recourse through legal systems. Travel to Iran requires extensive preparation and risk awareness.

The U.S. State Department currently rates Iran as Level 4 (Do Not Travel). Elevated advisory levels combined with governance data paint a fuller picture of conditions on the ground that travelers should consider.