Iraq
Used 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 owner of the goods 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 Iraq.
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 owner of the goods’ embassy.
- The amount of duties and taxes are calculated based on the declared Customs value indicated on the pro-forma invoice.
Pets
Note:Â Pets cannot be imported to Erbil. Please contact your destination agent for specific information on import requirements.Â
Restricted/Dutiable Items
- Alcohol (only diplomats can import)
- Tobacco (only diplomats can import 1 carton)
Prohibited Items
- Weapons
- Drugs
- Pornographic materials
- Tactical gearwww.moveonerelo.com
- Products of taxidermy (stuffed animals)
Consignment Instructions
Recommended:Â Contact the destination agent to ensure all requirements have been met prior to import, especially for differences regarding air / sea shipments.
NOTE: Customs rules can shift at any time with or without notice. This paper is meant to be informative and a guide. ISF Customs Broker offers no claim, either explicit or implied, as to the correctness or relevance of this paper although ISF Customs Broker has taken reasonable care in releasing it.
