Shipping to Iraq via Baghdad
Air Import to Iraq Via Baghdad of standard,
oversized or refrigerated cargo
Foreign Military Sale (FMS) Cargo
Only FMS (Foreign Military Sales) cargo is entitled for levy exemption as per the latest agreement between the Iraqi Government , US Government and US Army.
Required Documents:
Once we have a copy of all above listed documents, we can fill out the Levy Exemption Form (Excel format) and send the application to the Levy Exemption Waiver Office via email. It could take few days until we receive the approval or request for further documentation, clarification.
Important notes:
On the LEW we can put estimated weight and estimated number of pallets as long as the actual weight and number of pallets are less we can import the shipment without any problems. If the actual quantity was more than what we have on the LEW then we should obtain a new LEW.
It is recommended to keep the shipments at the Origin until the approved Levy Exemption Form is received to minimize the airport storage. Iraqi Airways does not give any free days.
Required documents:
AWB, packing list, commercial invoice, approved LEW Form. None of the documents need to be attested by the Iraqi Embassy at the origin.
Time frame:
It can take 48-96hours to clear a shipment if we have the LEW because we need the MOD representative at the airport review the LEW form and counter sign it, which may take could couple of days.
