Choose a topic to explore — each one is its own page with its own comment thread, so you can add a tip or question right where it belongs.
The Basics
Quick essentials for daily life — Iran's time zone, how to dial in and around the country, and the electrical supply and plug types you'll find.
Explore ›Mobile Phones
Registering a foreign handset, choosing a SIM and operator, mobile data, the Android-vs-iOS situation, and the local apps you'll actually need.
Explore ›Internet Services
Beyond mobile data — ADSL, fibre optic and wireless broadband options, what they cost, the main providers, and why you'll likely want a VPN.
Explore ›News
Keeping up with local and global events from a different perspective — a selection of Iranian and international news outlets.
Explore ›Islamic Legal Questions
One of the great benefits of living in Qum — direct access to the maraji and their offices for jurisprudential questions and religious dues.
Explore ›Emergency & Useful Contacts
The numbers worth saving — emergency services, utility faults, and other useful contacts around Qum.
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