Islamic Republic of Iran
Capital: Tehran HDI: 0.766 (69th)
Language: Persian
GDP (PPP): 1,015 billion
Currency: Rial
Population: 79.1 million
Iran is an Islamic republic on the Persian (Arabian) Gulf with historical sites dating to the Persian Empire. Extensive marble ruins mark Persepolis, the empire’s capital founded by Darius I in the 6th century B.C. The modern capital, Tehran, is home to opulent Golestan Palace, seat of the Qajar Dynasty (1794–1925), plus modern landmarks such as the 435m-high Milad Tower.
RESEARCH
Economic Overview
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Economy of Iran – Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economy_of_Iran
The economy of Iran is a mixed and transition economy with a large public sector. Some 60% of the economy is centrally planned
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CIA – The World Factbook: Iran
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/ir.html
See “Economy” on this CIA site
Industry Trends & Business Climate
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Industry of Iran – Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Industry_of_Iran
Overview of the industrial base in Iran – dated
Establishing a Presence
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Iran Business Laws & Regulations
http://www.irxp.com/laws/
Iran has different well structured laws and regulations applicable to both domestic and foreign companies working in Iran
Taxes
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Iraq Corporate Tax Rate | 2008-2016
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/iraq/corporate-tax-rate
The Corporate Tax Rate in Iraq stands at 15 percent.
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Paying Taxes in Iraq – Doing Business
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/iraq/paying-taxes
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
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Iran Tax And Finance
http://iran-tax.com/taxsystem
A complete guide to the tax structure in Iran
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Iran Tax And Finance
http://iran-tax.com/taxsystem
A complete guide to the tax structure in Iran
Visas
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Iran Visa Application
http://iranianvisa.com/
All you need to to know about Iran visa and Iranian visa authorization code
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Visa policy of Iran – Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_Iran
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
Infrastructure
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Getting around Iran on local transport – Lonely Planet
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/iran/transport/getting-around/local-transport
Transportation tips on getting around Iran like a local
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Best Iran Transportation on VirtualTourist
http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Middle_East/Iran/Transportation-Iran-TG-C-1.html
112 tips on getting to and getting around Iran from real travelers and locals.
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Communications in Iran – Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Communications_in_Iran
Iran’s telecommunications industry is almost entirely state-owned, dominated by the Telecommunication Company of Iran (TCI)
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Telecommunication Company of Iran
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telecommunication_Company_of_Iran
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.
Employer Obligations
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Iranian labor law – Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iranian_labor_law
As a still developing country, with an authoritarian government, Iran is considerably behind by international labor standards.
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Iran: Unemployment Becoming A ‘National Threat
http://www.rferl.org/content/article/1051866.html
A commentary on the unemployment situation in Iran
Culture/Living
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Climate of the World: Iran
http://www.weatheronline.co.uk/reports/climate/Iran.htm
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.
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Iran Climate-Iran Weather Forecast
http://www.irantour.org/Iran/Climate.html
Iran is one of the only countries in the world which has the complete four seasons.
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Iran Safety and Security For Tourists
http://www.irantravelingcenter.com/iran-safety-and-security-for-tourists/
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
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Health, Safety and Security – Trip To Persia
http://www.triptopersia.com/about-iran/practical-guide/item/329-health,-safety-and-security
Crime is not a problem for travelers in Iran, though foreigners occasionally have been victims of pretty street crime.
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Iran Education System
http://www.classbase.com/Countries/Iran/Education-System
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.
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Cost of Living in Iran
http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Iran
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).
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Cost of Living in Iran. 2016 prices
https://www.expatistan.com/cost-of-living/country/iran
A map that shows comparitive prices for the major cities in Iran and compared to other countries
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Doing Business in Iran | etiquette
http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/etiquette/doing-business-iran.html
Tips and advice on Iranian etiquete, customs and protocol
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Iran Business Culture & Etiquette
http://globerove.com/iran/Iranian-Customs-and-Doing-Business-Tips/533
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
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Education in Iran
http://wenr.wes.org/2013/04/wenr-april-2013-an-overview-of-education-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.
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Holidays and observances in Iran in 2016
http://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/iran/
Overview of holidays and many observances in Iran during the year 2016
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Iran Public Holidays 2016
http://publicholidays.me/iran/
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
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Iran Demographics Profile 2014
http://www.indexmundi.com/iran/demographics_profile.html
Demographic facts and figures
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CIA – The World Factbook: Iran
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/ir.html
Demographic profile of Iran from the CIA
Trade
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Customs: Regulations, Export-Import
https://iran.visahq.com/customs/
Iran Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border
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Iran Customs rules and regulations-import & export
http://irantour.org/Iran/Customs.html
Iran Customs rules and regulations for traveler & bussines-General prohibition of import andexport of goods
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Iran – Trade – European Commission
http://ec.europa.eu/trade/policy/countries-and-regions/countries/iran/
Trade agreements with the EU
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Iran and the World Trade Organization
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iran_and_the_World_Trade_Organization
Iran history with the WTO
Housing and Rentals
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Corporate Housing Tehran
http://www.suitenet.org/cities/Tehran.asp
CORPORATE HOUSING IN FURNISHED APARTMENTS
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Iran Corporate Housing and Extended Stay Hotels
http://iran.biz-stay.com/
Find short-term furnished apartments and extended stay hotels
Travel
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Visit Iran – Travel & Tourism Guide
http://www.irpedia.com/
Find information for travel to Iran. travel deals, vacations, hotels, travel tips, forums, guides, Iran maps, photos, attractions, and itinerary ideas
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Iran Forum, Travel Discussion for Iran
http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowForum-g293998-i9139-Iran.html
Travel forum for Iran
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