The economy of Iran is a mixed and transition economy with a large public sector. Some 60% of the economy is centrally planned

See “Economy” on this CIA site

Overview of the industrial base in Iran – dated

Iran has different well structured laws and regulations applicable to both domestic and foreign companies working in Iran

The Corporate Tax Rate in Iraq stands at 15 percent.

This site provides a detailed summary of the taxes and mandatory contributions that a medium-size company must pay or withhold in a given year

A complete guide to the tax structure in Iran

A complete guide to the tax structure in Iran

All you need to to know about Iran visa and Iranian visa authorization code

Visitors to Iran must obtain a visa from one of the Iranian diplomatic missions unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries or countries eligible for visa on arrival

Transportation tips on getting around Iran like a local

112 tips on getting to and getting around Iran from real travelers and locals.

Iran’s telecommunications industry is almost entirely state-owned, dominated by the Telecommunication Company of Iran (TCI)

Telecommunication Company of Iran, or TCI (Persian: شرکت مخابرات ایران‎‎) is the Fixed-line incumbent operator in Iran offering services in Fixed telephony, DSL and Data services for both residential and business customers, all throughout the country.

As a still developing country, with an authoritarian government, Iran is considerably behind by international labor standards.

A commentary on the unemployment situation in Iran

Iran has a hot, dry climate characterized by long, hot, dry summers and short, cool winters. The climate is influenced by Iran’s location between the subtropical aridity of the Arabian desert areas and the subtropical humidity of the eastern Mediterranean area. 

Iran is one of the only countries in the world which has the complete four seasons.

Iran is very safe and people will be prepared to help you in any difficulty – it would be a matter of national pride. Theft is rare and even the secret police leave tourists alone

Crime is not a problem for travelers in Iran, though foreigners occasionally have been victims of pretty street crime. 

School education is free right through state secondary school, and mandatory for primary school grades. 42% of the national budget is applied to education with ongoing efforts to beneficiate rural areas. 

Cost of living in Iran is 45.75% lower than in United States (aggregate data for all cities, rent is not taken into account). Rent in Iran is 58.11% lower than in United States (average data for all cities).

A map that shows comparitive prices for the major cities in Iran and compared to other countries

Tips and advice on Iranian etiquete, customs and protocol

This guide to BUSINESS CULTURE AND ETIQUETTE IN IRAN will allow you to understand how business culture and business etiquette rules affect negotiation in Iran

This site offers an introduction to the education system of Iran, with insight on how best to evaluate common academic credentials from both the secondary and tertiary levels.

Overview of holidays and many observances in Iran during the year 2016

Iran recognizes 26 national holidays per year. The majority of national holidays are based on centuries-old Islamic religious culture as well as political milestones

Demographic facts and figures

Demographic profile of Iran from the CIA

Iran Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border

Iran Customs rules and regulations for traveler & bussines-General prohibition of import andexport of goods

Trade agreements with the EU

Iran history with the WTO

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