Dear Citizens, Distinguished Iranian Friends, Esteemed Visitors,

I have assumed the office of the Consul General of the Republic of Türkiye to Tabriz as of 15 September 2025.

Representing my country in the best way, providing you with qualified service and endeavoring to further develop the relations in various fields between the two countries during my term of office will be a source of honor and happiness for me.

Our consular district consists of East Azerbaijan, Ardabil, Zanjan and Gilan provinces of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

In addition to the consular services we provide, the Office of Commercial Attaché is devotedly conducting works in its field of specialization under the auspices of our Consulate General.

Closely following and protecting the rights and interests of our citizens, increasing cooperation with local authorities for enhancing close relationships taking strength from the historical, cultural and social ties between the two countries, providing the applicants with quality and speedy consular services well reinforced with technical infrastructure and qualified personnel are among our main goals.

I would like to emphasize that the supports, contributions, views and suggestions of our citizens and applicants are important for us in order to dully fulfill the duties of our Consulate General.In addition, it remains our firm commitment to keep our doors open to everyone all the time, as we have done so far.

On this occasion, please allow me to greet you all with affection and respect and to extend best regards on behalf of the Consulate staff and myself.

Mete Zaimoğlu

Consul General