Iran Customs recently announced that the submission of customs declaration information for the registration of imported cars by Iranians residing abroad has been halted. This decision was made due to the absence of a base price and the lack of a value identifier in the TSC system, and consequently, the registration of these cars will not be possible until their final value is determined by the working group of Article 6 of the Ministry of Industry, Mine and Trade.
Reasons for Halting Car Imports
According to the directive from the Deputy for Customs Affairs, Iran Customs will not carry out any registrations in the country until the value of imported cars is finalized in the working group of Article 6. This decision clearly indicates the necessity of providing accurate and transparent information in the car import process.
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Car imports to Iran were allowed from 2022 after years of prohibition. In June 2025, the regulations for cars for Iranians living abroad were also approved. This plan has faced multiple challenges and there are various perspectives on it. While the Ministry of Industry, Mine and Trade emphasizes securing currency from personal sources, the Central Bank considers this model of imports as a means to collect currency from the market.
Economic and Legal Consequences of Halting Imports
According to the announcement from Iran Customs, the valuation working group regarding Article 6 of the Car Law is required to complete the process of determining the value of imported cars within the next month. Until then, the executing customs offices are obliged not to submit information for registration.
The direct responsibility for the proper implementation of this directive has been placed on the highest authority of the executing customs offices. After pricing is completed, the full collection of customs duties, taxes, and legal fees for imported cars will be mandatory. This action could have significant impacts on the car and currency market in Iran and requires proper oversight and management by the relevant authorities.
It seems that given the challenges in the car import process, officials and decision-makers must seek effective solutions to facilitate this process. Improving information transparency and thoroughly assessing car values can help enhance the import process and meet market needs.
