Iraq Call Center Regulation Update: Registrar Issues New Licensing Instructions
Iraq Call Center Regulation Update: Registrar Issues New Licensing Instructions The Companies Registration Department, in coordination with the Communications and Media Commission, has issued new regulatory instructions governing companies operating in the call center services sector in Iraq. Key Regulatory Updates New instructions regulate the operation of call center services The instructions apply to all companies providing call center services in Iraq Companies are required to review and regularize their legal status in accordance with the new regulatory framework Licensing Requirement Companies must approach the Communications and Media Commission (CMC) to: Obtain the required licenses Correct their legal and regulatory status The deadline for compliance is six (6) months from the official publication date of the regulatory instructions Companies operating without the required license will not be granted any extensions Enforcement Measure Any company continuing call center activities without obtaining the required license: Will be considered non-compliant May face regulatory action or suspension of activities Scope of Application Call center service providers Customer support and telemarketing companies Outsourced contact center operators Local and foreign companies providing call center services in Iraq What Companies Should Do Review whether their activities fall under call center services Examine the newly issued regulatory instructions Initiate licensing procedures with the Communications and Media Commission Complete compliance within the prescribed six-month period How Etihad Can Assist Etihad provides legal and regulatory advisory services to banks, financial institutions, and businesses, supporting compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance issued by any competent authorities.
Labour-Intensive Companies Required to Submit Anti-Human Trafficking Declarations
Iraq – Labour-Intensive Companies Required to Submit Anti-Human Trafficking Declarations In line with Iraq’s annual action plan to combat human trafficking, the registrar of companies issued a new compliance obligations have been introduced for companies operating with labour-intensive activities. Key Regulatory Updates The requirement is issued pursuant to the 2025 national plan to combat human trafficking in Iraq Companies that employ manual or labour-intensive workforces are required to submit an official declaration The declaration must confirm the company’s adoption of corporate social responsibility policies aimed at preventing human trafficking Required Declaration Must Confirm: Commitment to protecting workers’ rights Monitoring and oversight of supply chains Non-involvement in any exploitative or abusive labour practices Implementation of clear internal procedures to prevent human trafficking risks Reporting Obligation The declaration must be submitted annually Submission is required to the competent government authority Documentation may be reviewed as part of compliance or inspection procedures What Companies Should Do Review current labour practices and internal policies Adopt or update anti-human trafficking and CSR policies Prepare the required formal declaration Ensure timely annual submission to the competent authority How Etihad Can Assist Etihad provides legal and regulatory advisory services to banks, financial institutions, and businesses, supporting compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance issued by any competent authorities.
Iraq Proof of Payment of Government Utility Fees Now Mandatory
Iraq Companies Registration Update: Proof of Payment of Government Utility Fees Now Mandatory The Companies Registration Department has issued a new announcement imposing additional compliance requirements on all companies in relation to outstanding government utility fees. Key Regulatory Updates The announcement is issued pursuant to an official directive from the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers The directive is based on Article (18) of the Federal General Budget Law for the years 2023–2025 Companies are required to submit proof of payment for: Water service fees Electricity service feesowed to government entities New Enforcement Measure Companies must provide evidence that all outstanding utility bills have been settled Failure to submit proof of payment will result in: Suspension of transaction processing No transactions will be completed starting from the following week if proof is not attached How Etihad Can Assist Etihad provides legal and regulatory advisory services to banks, financial institutions, and businesses, supporting compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance issued by any competent authorities.
Iraq Security & Transport Update: Mandatory Approval for Transport of Hazardous Materials
Iraq Security & Transport Update: Mandatory Approval for Transport of Hazardous Materials A new directive issued pursuant to a decision of the Iraqi National Security Council introduces mandatory compliance requirements for companies engaged in transport activities involving hazardous materials. Key Regulatory Updates The directive is issued pursuant to National Security Council Decision No. (3) adopted in session (3/2024) All companies engaged in transport activities are required to Contact and coordinate with the General Company for Land Transport The purpose is to obtain initial approvals required for Transport of hazardous materials Companies transporting hazardous materials are to be treated as national carriers of hazardous materials under the decision Scope of Application Companies engaged in land transport activities Logistics and transport companies handling hazardous or sensitive materials Companies involved in supply chains requiring movement of regulated materials What Companies Should Do Review whether their activities involve transport of hazardous materials Coordinate with the General Company for Land Transport Obtain the required initial security and regulatory approvals Ensure internal compliance with transport and national security requirements How Etihad Can Assist Etihad provides legal and regulatory advisory services to banks, financial institutions, and businesses, supporting compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance issued by any competent authorities.
Production Fee Requirements for Manufacturing Companies in Iraq
Production Fee Requirements for Manufacturing Companies in Iraq The General Commission of Customs, under the Ministry of Finance, has issued an official notice concerning the collection of production fees applicable to certain manufacturing and production activities in Iraq. According to the referenced correspondence issued by the Customs Affairs Department and the Production Fees Division of the Middle Region Customs Directorate, companies whose licensed activities include the production of specific goods are required to review the competent customs authority for the purpose of completing production fee assessment and payment procedures. Affected Activities: The requirement applies to companies engaged in the production of, including but not limited to: Petroleum products Vegetable oils Pharmaceutical manufacturing Ready-made garments Automotive manufacturing Cigarettes and tobacco products Electronic industries Local sugar production Alcoholic beverages Food industries Cement Light industries Products of the General Company for Industrial Gases Compliance Requirement: Companies operating in the above sectors must coordinate with the relevant customs authority to ensure proper assessment and settlement of production fees in accordance with applicable customs and fiscal regulations. Failure to complete the required procedures may expose companies to administrative measures, penalties, or delays in customs clearance and regulatory approvals. How Etihad Can Assist Etihad provides legal and regulatory advisory services to banks, financial institutions, and businesses, supporting compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance issued by any competent authorities.
Companies Registration Dept.
Companies Registration Dept. the Companies Registration Dept. has issued new instructions regarding the registered representative offices in Iraq which is as follows: “We invite all the representative offices of foreign companies to approach the Companies Registration Dept. to adapt their legal status or deregistration their offices in accordance with the amended regime for branches of foreign companies No. 2 of 2017, which is in order to provide legal guidance and directions to facilitate the necessary procedures to adapt the legal status of these offices in accordance with current legislation. All concerned offices should complete the required procedures in a timely manner and meeting the specific legal requirements by either adapting the representative office to a branch or deregistration.”
Corporate Guide 2025
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