The unit of currency is the Rials indicated as RLS. Coins are issued in denominations of 100, 250, 500. Currency notes are in 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, 20000, 50000. Foreign currency can be converted to Iranian Rials at banks or authorized money changers throughout the country.

Local calls can be made from public phones, whether coin or card operated. International calls can be made from phone booths with card phone facilities or at any Telecom offices. Most hotels are equipped with IDD services with a minimal service charge. 

Visitors who encounter unforeseen problems and difficulties can seek the Iranian Police for assistance. They often patrol spots. You may contact them buy calling 110 without codes.

The country runs on a normal eight hours a day system with Thursday as half day and Friday as a day of rest. Department Stores and supermarkets are open daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Tipping is not a way of life in Iran, but is fast becoming one.

Light, cool, and casual clothing is recommended for summers and wooly, heavy clothing is recommended for winter. For more formal occasions, men should wear jackets, or long-sleeved batik shirts whereas women should wear scarf and keep the Islamic coding in all public places.

It is generally safe to drink water straight from the tap, but it is safer to drink boiled water or bottled beverages.

Medical services are available in most towns at government hospitals and private clinics. Non-prescription drugs are available at pharmacies, as well as supermarkets. In emergency you may call 115.