The ministry heightened its travel advisory for all of Iran with immediate effect, urging South Koreans currently in the country to "leave as soon as possible." It also advised those planning to travel to the Middle Eastern country to cancel or postpone their trips.
Several areas there had already been under travel bans, but the latest advisory has now been expanded to cover the entire country.
The ministry added that it will "continue to closely monitor the situation and implement necessary measures to ensure the safety of South Korean expats there."
The advisory comes less than a week after Israel launched a surprise attack on Iran last Friday, leading to retaliatory strikes and escalating military tensions in the region.
About 100 South Koreans are estimated to reside in Iran, with most living in the capital area of Tehran. No casualties involving South Koreans have been reported so far.
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