Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Iraqi General Customs Authority announced a major step toward total digital automation on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. The authority has officially activated an electronic inquiry feature for Certificates of Origin and commercial invoices issued by the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce.
This update integrates directly with the global ASYCUDA (Automated System for Customs Data) network to systematically cross-verify and authenticate trade documentation, removing paper-based delays and tightening regulatory oversight against financial fraud.
The General Customs Authority emphasized that this phase represents a final call for importers to digitize their legal pipelines. The rollout follows a strict two-stage schedule:
To ensure an uninterrupted flow of goods and avoid severe bottlenecks at border entries, the authority urged all merchants, international importers, and customs clearing agents to complete the following timeline:
System Warning: Non-registered documents presented after July 10, 2026, will be automatically flagged by the ASYCUDA system, resulting in immediate suspension of customs declarations and potential administrative fines.