Import and export of goods with Iran — a bilingual EN/RU contract for the bank in 15 minutes. CISG not ratified, settlements in rubles or via third currencies
Parties, documents and specifics for every deal scheme
Four contract types — for any deal structure with an Iranian partner
Import oil, petrochemicals, fruit, nuts, and textiles from Iran.
Export grain, metals, machinery, and equipment to Iran via the Caspian Sea or rail.
Contract for services from Iranian companies: construction, IT, industry.
Contract for providing services to Iranian clients: energy, railways, IT.
Key terms to reflect in the contract with Iran
Iran has not ratified CISG. But the contract from our generator is governed by Russian law, and Russia is a party to the Convention, so it applies to the sale of goods as part of Russian law (Article 1(1)(b) CISG).
CISG · Russian lawIran is disconnected from SWIFT. Agree the payment mechanism with your bank in advance.
No SWIFT · payment mechanismThe International North–South Transport Corridor (INSTC) links Russia and Iran via the Caspian Sea and rail.
North–South Corridor · logisticsThe mandatory crediting of foreign currency proceeds is set by Presidential Decrees No. 79 and No. 430, and the bank needs settlement deadlines in the contract for registration. If using barter or non-monetary schemes, consult your bank on how to record offsetting obligations.
173-FZ · barterAnswers on drawing up a contract with a company from Iran
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A full free trade agreement between the EAEU and Iran has been in force since 15 May 2025.
In the contract, specify the company's National ID (شناسه ملی), its full name in Farsi and English, its address, and the banking details of the Iranian bank. Verification is available through the SANA portal.
Iran is disconnected from the SWIFT system. Clearly specify the payment mechanism and deadlines in the contract.
Iran has not ratified CISG. But the contract from our generator is governed by Russian law, so the Convention applies to the sale of goods as part of Russian law (Article 1(1)(b) CISG); disputes are heard by the ICAC at the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
The International North–South Transport Corridor (INSTC) connects Russian Caspian ports with Iran. Cargo moves by sea across the Caspian or by rail via Azerbaijan; the Rasht–Astara railway is being created under the Russia–Iran intergovernmental agreement of 17 May 2023.