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Iran trade rules

Iranian trade uses customs classification, trade-card and order-registration processes, with product approvals and sanctions risk requiring separate checks.

Foundation reviewed 31 July 2026 · Check product-specific rules before shipping

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Start with the product

Trade rules change with the HS code, product use, material and destination. Use the route explorer to combine this country’s rules with the other market.

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Leaving Iran

Export checks

Confirm the goods are exportable, complete customs formalities and meet foreign-exchange or regulator conditions.

  1. Confirm the export category and any licence.
  2. Complete customs and foreign-exchange requirements.
  3. Screen all parties, banks and logistics against applicable sanctions.

Entering Iran

Import checks

Check the annual import rules, order registration, currency arrangements, standards and product permits before shipment.

  1. Confirm order registration and importer eligibility.
  2. Check tariff, standards and sector approvals.
  3. Validate payment, banking and sanctions feasibility before contracting.

Core legal framework

  • FrameworkExport-Import Regulations Act
  • FrameworkExecutive Ordinance of the Export-Import Regulations Act
  • FrameworkCustoms Affairs Law
  • FrameworkAnnual import and export regulation tables

Official sources

Open the live source before making a shipment decision. Rules and tariff measures can change.

Before you act

This is a structured research starting point, not a shipment approval. Confirm the final classification, current controls and licences with the listed authority or a qualified customs professional.