Moving to Iran from Gabon

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Gabon to Iran — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Gabon to Iran, and you’d need to navigate life in Persian (Farsi). Expect a noticeable climate shift — Tehran averages 72°F vs 83°F in Libreville, making it significantly cooler.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Gabon to Iran.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deathsUnited Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

GA
12.5
IR
20.6

Gabon performs better than Iran across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per personWorld Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

GA
$673
IR
$1,064
Doctors per 10,000 peopleUnited Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

GA
4.8
IR
15.1

Iran generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Gabon leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deathsUnited Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

GA
53.0
IR
51.0
CO₂ emissions per capitaWorld Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

GA
2.0t
IR
9.1t

Gabon generally does better on environment, though Iran leads in air pollution deaths.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 peopleUnited Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

GA
3.4
IR
12.3
Water stress levelUnited Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

GA
0.5%
IR
81.3%

Iran generally does better on infrastructure, though Gabon leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rateThe World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

GA
20.4%
IR
9.1%
GDP per capitaThe World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

GA
$19,800
IR
$16,200

Iran generally does better on employment & economy, though Gabon leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancyThe World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

GA
69.7 yrs
IR
75.2 yrs
Infant mortalityThe World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

GA
28.6
IR
14.8

Iran performs significantly better than Gabon across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

LibrevilleRain: 111.9 in/yr (2842 mm)
83°/74°F

Avg. annual high / low

TehranRain: 9.1 in/yr (230 mm)
72°/53°F

Avg. annual high / low

MonthsLibrevilleTehran
Jan–Mar86°/75°F (30°/24°C)52°/35°F (11°/2°C)
Apr–Jun84°/74°F (29°/23°C)82°/61°F (28°/16°C)
Jul–Sep81°/72°F (27°/22°C)94°/72°F (35°/22°C)
Oct–Dec83°/74°F (28°/23°C)62°/44°F (17°/7°C)
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MonthLibrevilleTehran
Jan85°/75°F (29.5°/24.1°C)45°/30°F (7.2°/-1.1°C)
Feb86°/75°F (30.0°/24.0°C)50°/33°F (9.9°/0.7°C)
Mar86°/75°F (30.2°/23.9°C)60°/41°F (15.4°/5.2°C)
Apr86°/74°F (30.1°/23.1°C)71°/52°F (21.9°/10.9°C)
May85°/75°F (29.4°/24.0°C)82°/61°F (28.0°/16.1°C)
Jun82°/74°F (27.6°/23.2°C)93°/70°F (34.1°/20.9°C)
Jul80°/72°F (26.4°/22.1°C)98°/75°F (36.8°/24.0°C)
Aug80°/71°F (26.8°/21.8°C)96°/73°F (35.4°/23.0°C)
Sep82°/74°F (27.5°/23.2°C)89°/67°F (31.5°/19.2°C)
Oct82°/74°F (28.0°/23.4°C)75°/55°F (24.0°/12.9°C)
Nov83°/74°F (28.4°/23.4°C)62°/44°F (16.5°/6.7°C)
Dec84°/74°F (29.0°/23.4°C)50°/34°F (9.8°/1.3°C)

Data:

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Gabon and Iran. To live, work, or study long-term in Iran, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Iran's immigration authority.

Gabon passport

Gabon passport holder visiting Iran

Visa on Arrival
Gabon passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Iran.
Iran passport

Iran passport holder visiting Gabon

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Iran passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Gabon.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Iran?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Iran has 12.3 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Iran safe for expats?

Gabon performs better than Iran across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Iran compared to Gabon?

Iran generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Gabon leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 15.1 doctors per 10,000 people in Iran, compared to 4.8 in Gabon. Iran scores 74 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Gabon: 49).

What's the weather like in Iran compared to Gabon?

The average high temperature in Tehran is 72°F, compared to 83°F in Libreville. Tehran receives around 9.1 in of rainfall per year, while Libreville gets 111.9 in.

What language do they speak in Iran?

The official language in Iran is Persian (Farsi). In Gabon, the official language is French.

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At a Glance

GA IR
Population2,340,61386,758,304
CurrencyCFA Franc BEAC (FCFA)Iranian Rial (IRR)
LanguagesFrenchPersian (Farsi)
Driving sideRightRight
Calling code+241+98
Time zones11
Emergency number115