Kazakhstanis in Iran to be evacuated via four countries

Tengrinews.kz – In connection with the closure of Iran’s airspace and the temporary suspension of air traffic, Kazakhstanis currently in the country are being asked to contact the diplomatic missions of our republic to work out options for leaving via land borders, the Foreign Ministry press service reported.
The matter concerns four routes: Iran–Azerbaijan, Iran–Armenia, Iran–Turkey, and Iran–Turkmenistan.
All Kazakhstanis who are temporarily or permanently in Iran are strongly advised to significantly strengthen their personal security measures.
In this regard, our compatriots are asked to strictly follow these recommendations:

refrain from visiting places with large crowds of people and from taking part in public events;regularly monitor announcements from local authorities and official information sources;limit non-essential travel;always carry identity documents;be prepared for possible emergency situations;maintain constant contact with Kazakhstan’s diplomatic missions.

The Embassy of Kazakhstan in Iran has opened 24/7 emergency hotlines for Kazakhstanis in the country:Embassy in Tehran:

Duty phone of the embassy: +98 21 2256 5933;
Mobile phone / WhatsApp: +98 936 208 4672.

Consulate General in Gorgan:

+98 912 298 0350 (mobile phone);+98 173 252 0443 (office phone);+7 701 771 34 01 (WhatsApp).

Consulate in Bandar Abbas:

+98 930 298 57 03 (mobile phone, WhatsApp).


“Through these communication channels, citizens can request consular assistance and report their location and situation. We urge everyone to act responsibly regarding their own safety, remain calm, and rely exclusively on official information sources,” the embassy’s statement to Kazakhstanis said.