Moving to Iran from Mali

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Mali to Iran, and you’d need to navigate life in Persian (Farsi). Expect a noticeable climate shift — Tehran averages 72°F vs 95°F in Bamako, making it significantly cooler.

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

ML
20.2
IR
20.6

Mali performs better than Iran across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

ML
$104
IR
$1,064
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

ML
1.9
IR
15.1

Mali generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Iran leads in doctors per 10,000 people.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

ML
65.0
IR
51.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

ML
0.3t
IR
9.1t

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

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

ML
0.8
IR
12.3
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

ML
8.0%
IR
81.3%

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

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

ML
3.0%
IR
9.1%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

ML
$2,500
IR
$16,200

Iran generally does better on employment & economy, though Mali leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

ML
62.4 yrs
IR
75.2 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

ML
60.6
IR
14.8

Iran generally does better on family life, though Mali leads in education spending.

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

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Bamako Rain: 39.0 in/yr (991 mm)
95° / 70°F

Avg. annual high / low

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

Avg. annual high / low

Months Bamako Tehran
Jan–Mar 97°/68°F (36°/20°C) 52°/35°F (11°/2°C)
Apr–Jun 100°/76°F (38°/25°C) 82°/61°F (28°/16°C)
Jul–Sep 89°/71°F (32°/22°C) 94°/72°F (35°/22°C)
Oct–Dec 94°/66°F (34°/19°C) 62°/44°F (17°/7°C)
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Month Bamako Tehran
Jan 92°/63°F (33.4°/17.0°C) 45°/30°F (7.2°/-1.1°C)
Feb 98°/68°F (36.4°/19.9°C) 50°/33°F (9.9°/0.7°C)
Mar 101°/73°F (38.5°/22.9°C) 60°/41°F (15.4°/5.2°C)
Apr 103°/77°F (39.6°/25.2°C) 71°/52°F (21.9°/10.9°C)
May 101°/78°F (38.5°/25.4°C) 82°/61°F (28.0°/16.1°C)
Jun 96°/74°F (35.3°/23.6°C) 93°/70°F (34.1°/20.9°C)
Jul 90°/72°F (32.1°/22.2°C) 98°/75°F (36.8°/24.0°C)
Aug 88°/71°F (31.1°/21.8°C) 96°/73°F (35.4°/23.0°C)
Sep 90°/71°F (32.2°/21.6°C) 89°/67°F (31.5°/19.2°C)
Oct 94°/70°F (34.6°/21.3°C) 75°/55°F (24.0°/12.9°C)
Nov 96°/65°F (35.3°/18.4°C) 62°/44°F (16.5°/6.7°C)
Dec 92°/62°F (33.4°/16.8°C) 50°/34°F (9.8°/1.3°C)

Data: Agence Nationale de la Météorologie du Mali (MALI-METEO) Agence Nationale de la Météorologie du Mali (MALI-METEO)

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Mali 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.

Mali passport

Mali passport holder visiting Iran

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

Iran passport holder visiting Mali

Visa Required
Iran passport holders need a visa to enter Mali.

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?

Mali performs better than Iran across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Iran compared to Mali?

Mali generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Iran leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 15.1 doctors per 10,000 people in Iran, compared to 1.9 in Mali. Iran scores 74 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Mali: 41).

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

The average high temperature in Tehran is 72°F, compared to 95°F in Bamako. Tehran receives around 9.1 in of rainfall per year, while Bamako gets 39.0 in.

What language do they speak in Iran?

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

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At a Glance

ML IR
Population 20,741,769 86,758,304
Currency CFA Franc BCEAO (F CFA) Iranian Rial (IRR)
Languages French Persian (Farsi)
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +223 +98
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 115