Iraq Import Duties & Taxes Explained

Iraq has no de minimis threshold, so all shipments incur import charges. You'll pay Customs Duty (0.5-30% depending on item type) plus a 15% Import Sales Tax on your CIF value, plus carrier clearance fees of $20-50 USD. These charges are calculated on your total shipment value including shipping and insurance, and are collected by the General Customs Authority upon arrival.

Yes, almost all commercial and personal shipments entering Iraq are subject to customs duty and a 15% import sales tax. These charges apply regardless of the package value, as there is no de minimis threshold for express shipments.

The standard import sales tax rate in Iraq is 15% for most consumer and luxury goods. This tax is calculated on the total CIF value (cost, insurance, and freight) plus any applicable customs duty.

Customs duty is calculated as a percentage of your shipment's CIF value, with rates typically ranging from 0.5% to 30% depending on the item type. Essential goods may be taxed at 0.5%–5%, while electronics and luxury items often face 10%–30% duties.

No, Iraq currently has effectively no de minimis threshold for express and e-commerce shipments. Even low-value packages sent via Stackry are subject to customs duty and the 15% import sales tax.

The General Customs Authority under Iraq's Ministry of Finance collects all duties and taxes upon arrival. Your carrier will typically collect these fees on behalf of customs before releasing your package to you.

Electronics and appliances shipped via Stackry generally incur customs duties between 10% and 20%, plus the 15% import sales tax. The final cost depends on the specific item classification used by Iraqi customs officials.

Yes, carriers like DHL, FedEx, or Aramex typically charge a brokerage fee of $20–$50 USD plus processing and potential disbursement fees. These handling charges are separate from the government-imposed duties and taxes.

Iraqi customs calculates taxes based on the CIF value (Cost of goods + Insurance + Freight) plus the duty amount. Be aware that officials may override declared values with their own market reference prices if they suspect under-valuation.

While the Kurdistan Region historically had independent enforcement, federal regulations as of 2026 now strictly enforce unified duty rates of 5%–30% nationwide. You should expect the same tax structure regardless of your final destination within Iraq.