The Indian Embassy in Tehran has issued a fresh advisory urging Indian nationals still residing in Iran to leave the country at the earliest, reflecting growing concern over the security situation in the region. The advisory, released on April 8, 2026, emphasizes the need for citizens to exit in a coordinated manner with the assistance of the embassy and through designated routes. To support this process, multiple helpline numbers have also been set up to ensure better communication and emergency coordination.
The embassy has clearly instructed that individuals should not attempt to approach any international land borders without prior consultation, underscoring the risks involved in unplanned movement. The advisory is specifically aimed at facilitating the safe evacuation of those stranded in conflict-affected areas, encouraging them to take advantage of the current window of relative calm.
According to government sources, the situation has slightly stabilised following a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran, reducing the immediate threat of airstrikes. This has created an opportunity for Indian nationals to travel long distances, including routes stretching up to 1,500 kilometres from southern regions such as Bandar Abbas towards safer exit points like the Armenian border. Despite these developments, approximately 7,500 Indian citizens are still believed to be in Iran.
This advisory follows an earlier instruction issued on April 7, when the embassy had asked Indian nationals to remain indoors for 48 hours due to escalating tensions in the Gulf region. Citizens were advised to avoid sensitive locations such as military or electrical installations, stay away from upper floors of buildings, and coordinate any travel strictly through the embassy.
The change in advisory comes after a significant de-escalation in hostilities, as US President Donald Trump agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran just hours before a previously announced deadline. The agreement, described as a temporary pause in a prolonged conflict, includes Iran’s conditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and a commitment from the United States to hold off on strikes targeting critical infrastructure.
This pause in hostilities has opened a limited window for diplomatic engagement, with further talks between the United States and Iran scheduled to take place in Islamabad on April 10. The ongoing efforts are aimed at transitioning from a temporary truce to a more durable and long-term resolution in the region, while also enabling safer conditions for the evacuation of foreign nationals, including Indians.
