Question 1

Can foreigners own 100% of a company in Iran?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Under the Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Act (FIPPA, 2002), 100% foreign ownership is permitted in most sectors on the mainland and across all seven Iranian free zones; no local partner is required.

Question 2

What is the corporate tax rate in Iran?

Accepted Answer

The standard corporate income tax rate in Iran is 25% (flat) and VAT is 9%. Free zones grant a 20-year corporate tax exemption, and priority sectors qualify for 3–10 year tax holidays.

Question 3

How long does it take to register a company in Iran?

Accepted Answer

A mainland Private Joint Stock company or LLC typically registers in 4–6 weeks. A FIPPA-licensed foreign investment adds 45–60 working days for the licence itself. Free-zone entities can be set up in 2–3 weeks.

Question 4

Can profits be repatriated from Iran?

Accepted Answer

Yes. FIPPA guarantees the transfer of profits, dividends and capital in the original investment currency through Central Bank of Iran channels, typically 4–8 weeks after tax clearance.

Question 5

Which sectors are most open to foreign investment in Iran?

Accepted Answer

Petrochemicals, renewable energy (solar, wind, hydro), mining, pharmaceuticals, food processing, tourism, ICT, transport and logistics, and the Tehran Stock Exchange.

Question 6

What are Iran's free zones?

Accepted Answer

Iran has seven Free Trade-Industrial Zones: Kish, Qeshm, Chabahar, Aras, Anzali, Arvand and Maku. All offer a 20-year tax exemption, 100% foreign ownership, no entry visa, simplified customs and free transfer of capital and profits.

Centros de inversión en Irán en español

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Inversión extranjera directa bajo la ley FIPPA

Zonas francas industriales y comerciales de Irán

Registro de empresas en Irán

Fiscalidad y banca para inversores extranjeros en Irán

La industria petroquímica de Irán

Energías renovables en Irán

Minería y metales en Irán

Invertir en la Bolsa de Teherán

Agricultura y agroindustria en Irán

Tecnología y economía digital en Irán

Corredores de tránsito y logística de Irán

Salud y farmacéuticas en Irán

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