[75450] New guidelines for Arbaeen pilgrims: Obligatory to replace passports with less than 6 months of validity

New guidelines for pilgrims ahead of the Arbaeen ceremony

The Iranian Police (FARAJA) published an urgent directive today, May 30, 2026, to the public of pilgrims ahead of the Arbaeen ceremony. According to reports, all travelers must ensure that the validity of their passport exceeds six months. If the passport validity is shorter than this period, pilgrims are required to act to replace it immediately.

Options for passport renewal

In an official announcement published in several channels, it was noted that the Iranian police clarified that there is an "option for renewing the passport in person (frontally) as well as online." This directive is intended to prevent unnecessary delays at border crossings for the masses of believers expected to make their way to Iraq.

Channel coverage

The report was distributed among several Telegram channels in parallel:

• خبر فوری جنگ ایران: The channel, identified with security and military coverage, emphasized the directive as part of the logistical preparation for the event.


• آخرین خبر: A central media outlet in Iran identified with an establishment approach, reported that replacing passports is a necessary step for every pilgrim.


• مقاومت اسلامی انصارالله یمن: The channel identified with the Houthi movement in Yemen also distributed the official announcement of the Iranian police, which indicates the regional importance attributed to the religious event and the coordination between the various parties.