Iranian side of Esendere–Serow crossing closed to daily traders
Turkish authorities report that Iran has closed the Esendere–Serow crossing on its side to daily traders entering and leaving within the same day.
- In effect from
- 4 Nov 2026
- Published
- 4 Nov 2026
Daily traders cannot use this crossing for same-day entry and exit under the reported restriction.
The notice does not describe a general closure to all travellers. The FCDO says the Iran–Turkey land border remains open to UK and Iranian passport holders for visa-free stays of up to 90 days.
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