HOW TO FIND A JOB IN IRAN

Iran has one of the largest and most developed economies in the Middle East and North Africa, second in potential only to Saudi Arabia. International sanctions imposed because of Iran's nuclear program have a significant impact on the state's well-being.

As a result, in 2013, for the first time in several decades, the country's GDP showed a negative value. As of 2024, economic restrictions on Iran have not been fully lifted, plus military and political tensions are growing, yet international trade is recovering, which contributes to an influx of investment and labor migrants from abroad.

Jobs in Iran for foreigners in 2024 are available in the oil and gas industry, construction, information technology, medicine and the energy sector, for example, at the first nuclear power plant in Iran and the entire Middle East region, near the city of Bushehr. In general, there are quite a lot of job opportunities for foreigners in Iran.

Work in Iran

The country has a large number of companies that are ready to hire qualified specialists from abroad. Next, let's look at the features of labor migration to Iran, find out what vacancies and salaries are available in 2024, as well as the main options for finding a job.

Features of employment in Iran for foreigners

Iran's population in 2024 is about 90 million people. It is one of the most populous countries in the region. The main problems of the state and an obstacle for migrant workers include the unemployment rate, this year it is 7-9%. The revenue side of the budget is largely dependent on oil and gas exports. The Iranian government controls the lion's share of large enterprises, and the private sector is developing slowly. The country has a high level of corruption and shadow trade.

Despite the gradual stabilization of the economy, large numbers of young and educated Iranians are still leaving the country to find work abroad. The outflow of local specialists can be compensated by qualified foreigners. Nevertheless, local authorities are interested in providing employment primarily for their own citizens, so employment conditions in Iran are identical to most countries in the world.

Working in Iran in 2024, as before, requires foreigners to find an employer (sponsor) in advance, sign an employment contract and obtain a work visa at the Iranian diplomatic office in their country. The local company facilitates the issuance of a work permit to the foreign applicant, which is a prerequisite for labor migration to Iran. The entire process can take a long time, so it is recommended to start preparing the required documents well in advance. At least 1-2 months before the move.

Applications for work permits are reviewed by the Foreign Employment Unit of the Ministry of Cooperation, Labor and Welfare and approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran. After that the information about the decision is sent to the Iranian Consulate in the country of the employee where after checking the documents and passing the interview the applicant is given a work visa.

For non-compliance with laws in the field of employment of foreigners, the Iranian employer faces heavy fines or imprisonment, and the employee is deported. Initially, a work permit in Iran is issued for one year with the right to renew. Even before you immigrate to Iran, you must learn the specifics, traditions, and culture of this Muslim state, especially if you have never worked in other countries of the region. Local laws and rules must be strictly adhered to.

How to find a job in Iran. Independent search for a job.

Very often vacancies in Iran are taken by foreign workers due to transfers and even enticement from large international companies. For example, if you find a job in Turkey, experienced professionals may get a better offer from an Iranian employer and as a result move to work in Iran. If possible, apply to reputable Iranian companies directly.

How to find a job in Iran

Of course, the level of qualification and experience should be at the highest level. Pay special attention to language skills. More than half of the local population communicate in the official language of Iran – Persian, also widely spoken Kurdish, Azeri, to a lesser extent Armenian, Turkmen and Arabic. At least know English is a must.

Personal connections and acquaintances are of great importance. Most Iranian jobs are filled by patronage. In case of applying to recruitment agencies you have to be very careful. Be sure to conduct additional consultations with subject matter experts and Iranian Consular staff. Visit thematic forums and find experienced migrant workers on social networks.

Popular job search sites in Iran

careerjet.com

learn4good.com

indeed.com

Professional social network – Linkedin.com

The largest number of vacancies in Iran for foreigners is located in the capital of the country – Tehran.

Jobs and wages in Iran

Not all categories of foreign specialists can work in Iran. There are strict rules and regulations in the local labor law in this regard. The Iranian government is interested in inflow of investors, top managers and managers of companies, as well as shortage of skilled workers. About 35% of the local population is employed in industry, in agriculture up to 16-17%, the rest (almost 50%) are working in the service sector.

Jobs and wages in Iran

At present the country has a quite acceptable standard of living in comparison with many countries in the region. The average salary in Iran in 2024 is around 400-500 dollars a month. Much depends on the city and the profession. The official monthly minimum wage for Iranian workers is 53,073,300 local rials. Due to high inflation, and not always transparent exchange rates, it is better to initially conclude a contract in dollars or euros.

Available jobs in Iran for foreigners in 2024:

  • Technical specialists in the oil and gas and chemical industries.

  • Power engineers, in particular, to work in Iran at nuclear power plants.

  • Programmers.

  • Medical personnel, including pharmacists.

  • Construction workers and engineers, to work in industry.

There is a big problem in Iran related to the unfair distribution of income among different segments of the population. For example, some high-ranking officials and heads of state-owned companies earn tens of thousands of dollars a month. At the same time, ordinary workers earn only a few hundred.

In most cases, skilled foreign workers can expect higher salaries than the local workforce. Some applicants find jobs in Iran with salaries of $2,000 to $3,000 a month or more.

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