Customs: 21 international shipments completed via the TIR system and transported through Umm Qasr port
Customs: 21 international shipments completed via the TIR system and transported through Umm Qasr port
11-5-2026
Information/Baghdad…
The General Authority of Customs announced on Wednesday the completion of procedures for the transit of 21 international shipments using the (TIR) system, and the completion of procedures for their transport by sea through the port of Umm Qasr.
A statement issued by the authority, received by Al-Maalomah, stated that “the General Authority of Customs has completed the procedures for the passage of (21) foreign shipments loaded with various goods, coming from the Republic of Turkey and heading to the United Arab Emirates, through Iraqi territory, within the international land transport system (TIR), in a step that reflects the development achieved in managing transit traffic and enhancing the efficiency of Iraqi trade corridors.”
The statement added that “the operation included the entry of the shipments through the Ibrahim Al-Khalil border crossing, and their passage through Iraqi territory to the port of Umm Qasr, where the necessary customs procedures were completed and the shipments were loaded onto a ship using the (Ro-Ro) system, to continue its sea journey towards the United Arab Emirates, in an integrated international transport operation that combines the land and sea routes.”
He added that “this achievement came with the direct guidance and follow-up of the Director General of the General Authority of Customs, Thamer Qasim Dawood, and with the exceptional efforts made by the transit staff and the competent customs staff, and in coordination with the relevant authorities, which contributed to completing the procedures with high smoothness, while ensuring compliance with the approved customs controls and instructions.”
The Director General affirmed, according to the statement, that “the success of this operation represents a significant step forward in consolidating Iraq’s position as an international trade corridor linking the countries of the region to global markets, and reflects the ability of Iraqi institutions to manage transit operations in accordance with international standards,” noting that “the Authority is working to develop the transit system, expand the scope of its services, and enhance integration between Iraqi border crossings and ports.”
He added that “what is being achieved today comes within a strategic vision aimed at transforming Iraq’s geographical location into an effective economic force, investing its logistical capabilities in supporting international trade, enhancing non-oil revenues, and attracting more global transport and shipping companies to use the Iraqi corridor.”
The statement continued, “This achievement is in line with the strategic directions of the Iraqi government, foremost among them the Development Road project, which aims to strengthen Iraq’s position as a regional center for transport, trade and logistics services, and to open new horizons for economic integration with the countries of the region and the world.”
The General Authority of Customs confirmed, according to the statement, that “Iraq is taking practical steps towards restoring its pivotal role in international trade, and that the successful passage of these shipments exemplifies the Iraqi corridor’s ability to combine speed of execution with efficient procedures and effective customs control.”
almaalomah.me
