Welcome to the latest updates on fuel transit through Iran from Iraqi Kurdistan by Oil Load. This page will provide you with the most up-to-date information on:
- Current Fare Prices: Get real-time insights into the prevailing rates for transporting fuel from Iraqi Kurdistan to your destination via Iran.
- Custom Tariffs: Stay informed about the latest customs duties and regulations applicable to fuel transit through Iran.
- New Conditions and Requirements: Learn about any changes or updates to the transit process, including documentation, permits, and other necessary procedures.
We at Oil Load are committed to providing you with accurate and timely information to ensure a smooth and efficient fuel transit experience. Please check this page regularly for the latest updates
Archive:
From 23 Oct. 2025
According to the order of the Parviz Khan, Bashmq, Tamarchin Border Terminal, from October 23, 2025 until further notice, any loading through this border for transit to Afghanistan is suspended. Transshipment is Available by Oilload.
From 01 Sep. 2025
the logistics infrastructure now supports the loading and transportation of vehicles originating from Iraq into Afghanistan.
From 10 Jun. 2025
The Oil-Load Transportation Department offers comprehensive services, including transportation from Iraqi Kurdistan, Iraq-Iran customs clearance, warehousing, storage tanker rental at Iranian ports, and ship supply.
From 23 Oct. 2025
According to the order of the Parviz Khan, Bashmq, Tamarchin Border Terminal, from October 23, 2025 until further notice, any loading through this border for transit to Afghanistan is suspended. Transshipment is Available by Oilload.
Jan. 2026
According to the order of the Parviz Khan, Bashmq, Tamarchin Border Terminal, from October 23, 2025 until further notice, any loading through this border for transit to Afghanistan is suspended. Transshipment is Available by Oilload.
From 01 Sep. 2025
the logistics infrastructure now supports the loading and transportation of vehicles originating from Iraq into Afghanistan.
From 10 Jun. 2025
The Oil-Load Transportation Department offers comprehensive services, including transportation from Iraqi Kurdistan, Iraq-Iran customs clearance, warehousing, storage tanker rental at Iranian ports, and ship supply.
From 20 April. 2025
Continuous-Transportation, blended condensate, oil-load production, with various custom blends to Afghanistan has begun.
From 10 Jan. 2025
All Transporting companies must declare their empty tank capacity at the Sarakhs border (Turkmenistan-Iran) to customs in writing before attempting to loading from Kurdistan.
From 01 Jan. 2025
Loading of Oilload's diesel to Irani destinations (Tabriz, Kermanshah, refineries in southern Iran) are started.
From 20 Oct. 2024
*According to the issued instructions, from October 20th, all cargoes leaving Iraqi Kurdistan must prepare and present their ready fleet at the border of Sarkhs before transit. This directive has been issued to reduce traffic on the Iran-Turkmenistan border.
From 12 Sep. 2024
*All orders for Afghanistan from Oilload Reservoirs are delivered through the border of Sarakhs, Turkmenistan. transhipment option is available.
From 11 Sep. 2024
*Until further notice, only Truck with Iraqi or Afghan license plates will be loaded into Afghanistan.
From 07 Dec. 2024
Effective immediately and until further notice, pursuant to a government directive, the loading of Oil and Derivates from Iraq for transshipment to Afghanistan via the Sarakhs (Turkmenistan )border is strictly prohibited.
Update Jul 19, 2026
Transit fare from Iraq, Kurdistan, Oilload warehouses
From Erbil, Sulaymaniyah to Afghanistan, Pakistan and Sea Ports
Click on Each Borders to see latest fares
Open By Transshipment
fares
(MT+$Tip$) Shipping from
Erbil
$60MT+$100
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Sulaymaniyah
$50MT+$100
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Transshipment is available to Aqina,Towrqundi | May. 26. 2026
To Aqina $95MT
| Towrqundi $85MT
| Transshipment 6$MT
|Transits by Iran is prohibited.
Open without Visa & Roadpass
-from Sulaymaniyah OilLoad Reservoir:
through Dougharon to Herat: $140MT+$100 |
-from Erbil OilLoad Reservoir:
through Dougharon to Herat: $150MT+$100 |
Open
(MT+$Tip$) Shipping from Kurdistan
$165 per Mt
Open without Visa to Transits
(MT+$Tip$) Shipping from
from Sulaymaniyah OilLoad Reservoir:
Milak borders: $150MT+$100
from Erbil OilLoad Reservoir:
Milak borders: $155MT+$200
(MT+$Tip$) Shipping from
Sulaymaniyah to Pakistan’s Taftan border: $165MT (plus $300 tip)
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Erbil to Pakistan’s Taftan border: $170MT (plus $200 tip)
(MT+$Tip$) Shipping from
Arbat to Port Imam: $30(plus $100 tip)
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Erbil to Bandar Imam: $35 (plus $100 tip)
(MT+$Tip$) Shipping from
Erbil to Bandar Abbas: $50 (plus $100 tip)
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Loading is Active 24H
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18 Jul. 2026
Loading of petroleum derivatives, including diesel, LPG, gasoline, and naphtha, to meet domestic needs has been restricted until further notice.
21 Jun. 2026
In accordance with the directive issued by the Customs Authority, all Oilload Group road shipments shall, until further notice, be loaded and routed through the Sarakhs Border Crossing.
Any remaining Oilload tankers that have already completed customs clearance at the Bashmaq Border Crossing will be dispatched via the Dogharoon Border Crossing.
20 May. 2026
Loading of bitumen in Drum and jumbos from the Oil-Load warehouse via the Jolfa and Poldasht borders was activated to avoid traffic at the Bazargan border. The destination is Mersin.
15 May. 2026
Turkmenistan has banned the transit of goods through its borders to Iran. The alternative route is the Turkmenbashi port to Amirabad, or Anzali.
05 Jan. 2026
Due to heavy snowfall at the Bashmaq border, as well as internet outages, clearance and transit matters will face delays of more than 48 hours.
Oct. 2026
According to the order of the Parviz Khan, Bashmq, Tamarchin Border Terminal, from October 23, 2025 until further notice, any loading through this border for transit to Afghanistan is suspended. Transshipment is Available by Oilload.
