
Doing Business in Iraq: A Legal Guide for Foreign Investors
At Salt & Associates, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities of doing business in Iraq.
Our Tax practice provides comprehensive legal solutions to help businesses navigate Iraq’s complex tax environment, ensuring compliance while optimizing their tax strategies. We work with local and multinational companies, investors, and government entities to address all aspects of corporate taxation, customs duties, and cross-border tax issues. With a deep understanding of Iraqi tax regulations and international tax frameworks, we deliver strategic, results-driven advice tailored to each client’s unique needs.
We assist clients with corporate tax planning, helping them structure their operations to minimize liabilities while maintaining compliance with Iraqi tax laws. Our team provides guidance on income tax, withholding tax, VAT, and sector-specific levies, ensuring businesses understand and meet their obligations efficiently. We also support clients in navigating the tax implications of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions, ensuring tax efficiency throughout the process.
In addition to corporate tax matters, we advise on customs duties and import/export regulations, helping businesses manage tax implications on goods and services crossing borders. For foreign investors, we provide guidance on tax incentives and exemptions available under Iraq’s Investment Law, ensuring they benefit from preferential treatment while meeting all regulatory requirements.
We also represent clients in contentious tax matters, including audits, appeals, and disputes with the Iraqi tax authorities. Our team works to resolve issues efficiently, minimizing liabilities and protecting clients’ interests. From negotiating settlements with tax authorities to representing clients in court or arbitration, we provide practical solutions designed to achieve favorable outcomes.
Our practice extends to tax compliance advisory, where we assist clients in establishing robust processes to manage their tax obligations and reduce the risk of penalties. We also offer guidance on the intersection of tax and employment law, including payroll taxes, social security contributions, and expatriate employee taxation, helping businesses manage their workforce costs effectively.
With a thorough understanding of local tax regulations and international tax principles, we provide clients with clear, actionable advice that supports their financial goals. Whether helping businesses optimize their tax structures, manage disputes, or comply with evolving regulations, our Tax practice is committed to delivering strategic solutions that enable clients to operate efficiently and grow sustainably in Iraq’s evolving market.
At Salt & Associates, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities of doing business in Iraq.
Establishing a foreign business presence in Iraq is a process governed by a specific set of legal requirements and procedures.
At Salt & Associates, we take pride in providing tailored legal expertise for businesses operating in Iraq’s Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) sectors.