Foreign Investor & Market Entry Support
Entering Iraq is a sequence of decisions taken with incomplete information: which structure to use, which authority governs which approval, which local partner can actually deliver, and what entry will cost in time as well as money.
One accountable local point of contact helps the investor understand the Iraqi environment, reduce entry risk, accelerate procedures, and follow execution while preserving transparency and compliance.
The same team stays with the file after entry — managing contracts, procurement, suppliers, and claims during operations, and reporting back in a form overseas management can act on.
This Service Includes
Regulatory Assessment: Assessment of the Iraqi legal and regulatory framework relevant to your market entry.
Structure Selection: Choosing the appropriate structure: local company, branch, representative office, or partnership.
Establishment & Licensing: Company and branch establishment, registrations, licences, and approvals.
Investment Procedures: Investment procedures and communication with the relevant investment and sector authorities.
Partner Due Diligence: Verification and due diligence on local partners, agents, suppliers, and contractors.
Local Representation: Local representation and follow-up of company files and correspondence in Iraq.
Meetings & Communication: Meetings, visits, and communication with government entities and the private sector.
Foreign Personnel: Recruitment, contracts, residency, visas, and requirements for foreign staff.
Operational Contract Management: Contract, procurement, supplier, and claim management during operations.
Reporting to Head Office: Reliable local reporting to support overseas management decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can you act as our representative between visits?
- Yes. Standing local representation — following up company files and correspondence, attending meetings, and reporting back — is one of the most common ways clients use this pillar.
- Can you guarantee a licence or an investment approval?
- No. Licences and approvals are granted by the competent Iraqi authorities. We prepare and follow up the file properly through the proper channels and report honestly on requirements, progress, and obstacles.
Let Us Support Your Business in Iraq
We bring local experience and integrated legal, strategic, and operational capabilities to companies and investors establishing, developing, or protecting their business interests in Iraq.
We Make Business Possible in Iraq