Moving to Iran from Togo

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Togo to Iran? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Togo to Iran, and you’d need to navigate life in Persian (Farsi). Expect a noticeable climate shift — Tehran averages 72°F vs 87°F in Lome, making it significantly cooler.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Iran compared to Togo.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

TG
22.7
IR
20.6

Iran performs significantly better than Togo across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

TG
$186
IR
$1,064
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

TG
0.8
IR
15.1

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

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

TG
91.0
IR
51.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

TG
0.3t
IR
9.1t

Togo 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

TG
1.1
IR
12.3
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

TG
3.4%
IR
81.3%

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

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

TG
2.0%
IR
9.1%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

TG
$2,800
IR
$16,200

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

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

TG
71.4 yrs
IR
75.2 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

TG
41.2
IR
14.8

Iran generally does better on family life, though Togo 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.

Lome Rain: 34.5 in/yr (877 mm)
87° / 74°F

Avg. annual high / low

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

Avg. annual high / low

Months Lome Tehran
Jan–Mar 90°/74°F (32°/24°C) 52°/35°F (11°/2°C)
Apr–Jun 88°/74°F (31°/24°C) 82°/61°F (28°/16°C)
Jul–Sep 83°/72°F (28°/22°C) 94°/72°F (35°/22°C)
Oct–Dec 88°/73°F (31°/23°C) 62°/44°F (17°/7°C)
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Month Lome Tehran
Jan 89°/72°F (31.7°/22.5°C) 45°/30°F (7.2°/-1.1°C)
Feb 90°/75°F (32.3°/24.0°C) 50°/33°F (9.9°/0.7°C)
Mar 90°/76°F (32.5°/24.5°C) 60°/41°F (15.4°/5.2°C)
Apr 90°/76°F (32.1°/24.4°C) 71°/52°F (21.9°/10.9°C)
May 88°/74°F (31.3°/23.5°C) 82°/61°F (28.0°/16.1°C)
Jun 85°/73°F (29.6°/22.8°C) 93°/70°F (34.1°/20.9°C)
Jul 83°/72°F (28.2°/22.5°C) 98°/75°F (36.8°/24.0°C)
Aug 82°/72°F (28.0°/22.3°C) 96°/73°F (35.4°/23.0°C)
Sep 84°/72°F (29.1°/22.5°C) 89°/67°F (31.5°/19.2°C)
Oct 87°/73°F (30.4°/22.8°C) 75°/55°F (24.0°/12.9°C)
Nov 89°/73°F (31.6°/22.9°C) 62°/44°F (16.5°/6.7°C)
Dec 89°/72°F (31.6°/22.5°C) 50°/34°F (9.8°/1.3°C)

Data: Agence Nationale de la Météorologie du Togo Agence Nationale de la Météorologie du Togo

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Togo 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.

Togo passport

Togo passport holder visiting Iran

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

Iran passport holder visiting Togo

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

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?

Connectivity is usually fine (Iran: 12.3 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Iran offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Iran safe for expats?

Iran performs significantly better than Togo across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Iran compared to Togo?

Iran generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Togo leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 15.1 doctors per 10,000 people in Iran, compared to 0.8 in Togo. Iran scores 74 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Togo: 44).

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

The average high temperature in Tehran is 72°F, compared to 87°F in Lome. Tehran receives around 9.1 in of rainfall per year, while Lome gets 34.5 in.

What language do they speak in Iran?

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

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At a Glance

TG IR
Population 8,492,333 86,758,304
Currency CFA Franc BCEAO (F CFA) Iranian Rial (IRR)
Languages French Persian (Farsi)
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +228 +98
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 115