As the shadow of conflict looms large between the US and Iran, India’s diplomatic mission in Tehran has sounded the alarm with a compelling advisory for its nationals to evacuate without hesitation. This joins a chorus of international warnings, with Poland and Serbia issuing their own urgent calls.
Referencing the January 5, 2026 advisory amid shifting dynamics, the notice targets diverse groups: students pursuing education, pilgrims on spiritual journeys, business professionals, and leisure tourists. The clear instruction: exit Iran using commercial flights or available means at the earliest.
Citizens and PIOs must prioritize safety by avoiding unrest hotspots, liaising with the embassy, and tracking developments through local media. Essential paperwork—passports, IDs—should be on hand, with support accessible via helplines +989128109115, +989128109109, +989128109102, +989932179359 or email to [email protected].
Registration is mandatory for all Indians in Iran; family in India can assist if online access is restricted. Serbia’s recent statement on its foreign ministry site reinforces non-travel advice and swift exits due to security collapse, building on January’s protests.
Poland’s leader Donald Tusk intensified the narrative Thursday, predicting armed strife that could halt evacuations abruptly. Underpinning these alerts is the US’s unprecedented 22-year peak military presence in the Middle East and Trump’s saber-rattling over Iran’s nuclear pursuits.
In a landscape fraught with uncertainty, India’s forward-thinking advisory underscores a commitment to protecting its people, offering practical steps amid rising perils.