Iranian officials allowed entry to the US, but with restrictions

Senior Iranian officials have been granted permission to enter New York to participate in the UN General Assembly. US authorities have imposed restrictions on the delegation's movement and purchases, particularly on luxury goods. The visit takes place against the backdrop of the US and Israel's war with Iran.

Senior Iranian officials have been granted permission to enter New York to participate in sessions of the UN General Assembly. US authorities have imposed restrictions on the delegation's movement and purchases. Iranian officials are prohibited from purchasing certain luxury goods in the US without special permission: luxury watches, jewelry, leather goods, cosmetics, and electronics. Restrictions also apply to purchases at certain wholesale chains. Similar rules have been in effect since 2025. The delegation's composition this year is smaller than usual. The visit takes place against the backdrop of the ongoing war between the US and Israel with Iran, adding an additional diplomatic context to the Iranian officials' participation in the General Assembly. The US, as the host country of the UN headquarters, is obligated to ensure foreign delegations have access to the organization's events.