Importing Into 🇮🇷 Iran
Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA)
9%
US$80
De Minimis Threshold
US$80
Decided by ad-hoc tariff adjustments
Shipments below this value may enter without customs duty. VAT may still apply depending on local rules.
Personal-import parcels under USD 80 duty-free; above attracts 4% customs duty + 9% VAT. Iran operates outside the WTO ITA so consumer-electronics tariffs are higher than regional norms.
As of: 2024-03-21
VAT / GST on Imports
9%
Applied on the customs value (CIF — cost, insurance, freight) plus any applicable duties.
Required Documentation
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 01 | Customs declaration card (Iranian citizens) / IRICA personal-effects form (foreign visitors) |
| 02 | Pre-arrival electronic declaration via the IRICA portal for goods over USD 80 |
| 03 | Original purchase receipts for items declared |
| 04 | Veterinary import certificate for pets (issued by Iran Veterinary Organization) |
| 05 | Currency declaration for cash over USD 10,000 |
Requirements vary by shipment value, HS chapter, and origin country. Learn about each document type →
Restricted Import Categories
- ⚠Currency over USD 10,000 (declaration required)
- ⚠Pharmaceuticals (Ministry of Health permit for prescription medications)
- ⚠Satellite receivers (effectively prohibited but allowed in some circumstances)
- ⚠Pets (veterinary certification required from Iran Veterinary Organization)
- ⚠Music / film media (potential content review)
Prohibited Import Categories
- ✗Alcoholic beverages of all kinds
- ✗Pork and pork-derivative products
- ✗Narcotics and psychotropic substances
- ✗Weapons and ammunition without IRGC permit
- ✗Books, films, magazines deemed contrary to Islamic values
- ✗Israeli-origin goods (per Article 6 of the Law on Boycotting Zionist Regime Products)
- ✗Casino-style gambling devices
Special Notes
- 01Sanctions context: comprehensive US OFAC sanctions plus EU/UK measures restrict commercial trade. Tourists are not the target of secondary sanctions but US persons should be aware of OFAC restrictions on travel transactions.
- 02Dress code: customs officers are within their right to confiscate items violating Islamic dress code (e.g. swimwear, alcohol-themed merchandise).
- 03Currency: physical USD/EUR cash is the practical exchange medium; international cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) do not work due to sanctions.
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