Country Guide: Iraq

Updated: November 25, 2015

Household Goods and Personal Effects

Documents Required

  • Copy of Passport
  • Copy of Bill of Lading (OBL) / Air Waybill (AWB)
  • Packing list
  • Pro-forma Invoice

 

Specific Information

  • For shipments to Erbil, an authorization letter from the origin agent is required.
  • Duties and taxes must be paid, which are approximately 8-10% of the declared Customs value based on the Pro-forma invoice (returning citizens).
  • Diplomats can receive a diplomatic exemption if the country has an embassy in Baghdad.
  • Air freight is not recommended for the import of household goods shipments. Note: Customs regulations may differ between cities. It is important to contact the destination agent for specific information prior to importation.

Motor Vehicles

Documents Required

  • Copy of Passport
  • Copy of OBL
  • Ownership paperwork
  • Certificate of Title
  • Pro-forma Invoice

 

Specific Information

  • Non-armored vehicles must be less than 2 years old for import.
  • The payment of 8-10% duties and taxes is applicable if no diplomatic protocol is received from the shipper’s Embassy.
  • The amount of duties and taxes are calculated based on the declared Customs value indicated on the Pro-forma Invoice

Pets

Note: Pets cannot be imported.

Restricted/Dutiable Items

  • Alcohol (only Diplomats can import)
  • Tobacco (only Diplomats can import 1 carton)

Prohibited Items

  • Weapons
  • Drugs
  • Pornographic materials
  • Tactical gear
  • Products of taxidermy (stuffed animals)

Consignment Instructions

Recommended: Contact the destination agent to ensure all requirements have been met prior to import, especially for differences regarding air / sea shipments.

 
 

Helpful Website(s):

http://www.state.gov/p/nea/ci/iz/index.htm

http://www.iraqiembassy.us