Iraq is one of Iran's largest trading partners, and the two countries share a long land border with many crossings. Building materials, food, dairy, fresh produce and consumer goods travel from Iran to Iraq by road every day. Royan Logistic plans these shipments around the destination city, current conditions at the crossings and the delivery date you need.
Border crossings between Iran and Iraq
The right crossing depends on the distance to the destination city and how the crossing operates. Crossings into the Kurdistan Region are administered by the regional authorities, and procedures can differ from crossings into federal Iraq.
| Crossing | Iranian side | Iraqi side | Usually suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haji Omaran | West Azerbaijan (near Piranshahr) | Erbil | Erbil and the northern Kurdistan Region |
| Bashmaq | Kurdistan province (near Marivan) | Sulaymaniyah (Penjwen) | Sulaymaniyah and surroundings |
| Parviz Khan | Kermanshah (near Qasr-e Shirin) | Southern Kurdistan Region | South of Sulaymaniyah, towards Kirkuk |
| Mehran | Ilam | Wasit | Baghdad, Karbala, Najaf |
| Shalamcheh | Khuzestan (near Khorramshahr) | Basra | Basra and southern Iraq |
| Chazabeh | Khuzestan | Maysan | Amarah and south-eastern Iraq |
Traffic at the crossings changes with the season, holidays and busy pilgrimage periods. We confirm crossing conditions for the loading date during planning.
Sulaymaniyah office and Bashmaq operations network
Royan Logistic has an office in Sulaymaniyah and an operations network at the Bashmaq border crossing. With this set-up we carry cargo to Sulaymaniyah and Erbil. For your destination we agree the most suitable crossing and plan with you.
Transport options
- Full truckload: a dedicated truck from the loading point to the consignee.
- Groupage: a few pallets consolidated with other cargo on the same route.
- Refrigerated: dairy, fresh produce and other temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Project and heavy cargo: equipment and out-of-gauge parts for energy, construction and industrial projects.
Depending on the crossing and current rules, the cargo either continues on the same truck or is transferred to a local truck at the border. We state which applies in the quote.
Typical cargo from Iran to Iraq
Cement, tiles and ceramics, steel and other building materials; dairy, processed food and fresh produce; plastic products, household goods and detergents are the main cargo groups. For heavy building materials axle weights matter, for food it is temperature and shelf life, and for mixed loads packaging and labelling.
Documents
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- CMR consignment note
- Certificate of origin
- Health or phytosanitary certificate for food and agricultural products
- For some products, conformity documents required by the Iraqi authorities
Documents and procedures can differ between the Kurdistan Region and federal Iraq. Payment and documentation requirements are reviewed for each shipment, and the exact set is confirmed for the product and crossing.
Transit times
Distances are short, so border clearance is usually the biggest variable. As an approximate guide, road freight from Tehran to Erbil or Baghdad is planned at around 2–5 days. We share a realistic time for your cargo with the quote.
What to send for a quote
- Loading address in Iran and delivery city in Iraq
- Cargo type, HS code if known, and packaging
- Number of pallets or pieces, dimensions and total weight
- Target loading date and any special handling needs
Send the details through the form on our contact page. For other routes from Iran, see our Iran logistics page.
Frequently asked questions
Which crossings do you use from Iran to Iraq?
Haji Omaran, Bashmaq and Parviz Khan for the Kurdistan Region; Mehran for Baghdad, Karbala and Najaf; Shalamcheh and Chazabeh for southern Iraq. We choose the crossing based on the destination city and current conditions.
How long does freight from Tehran to Erbil or Baghdad take?
Approximately 2–5 days. With short distances, border clearance has the biggest effect on time; we prepare a specific plan for your cargo when we quote.
Is there a difference between the Kurdistan Region and federal Iraq?
Yes. Crossings into the Kurdistan Region are administered by the regional authorities, and documents and procedures can differ from federal Iraq. We confirm this for each shipment.
Is cargo transferred to another truck at the border?
It depends on the crossing and current rules. Some cargo continues on the same truck, some is transferred to a local truck at the border. We state which applies in the quote.
Do you ship food and dairy to Iraq?
Yes. We plan refrigerated trucks for temperature-sensitive cargo and agree the required health certificates with you at the quotation stage.
Can you move project cargo to Iraq?
Yes. For heavy and out-of-gauge parts for energy, construction and industrial projects we carry out route surveys and plan suitable equipment and permits.
Do you have an office in Sulaymaniyah?
Yes. We have an office in Sulaymaniyah and an operations network at the Bashmaq border crossing, and we carry cargo to Sulaymaniyah and Erbil.
