What holds a parcel at the Iraqi border, and for how long

Clearance time in Iraq is not one number.

A clean consignment with complete documents clears in 24 to 48 hours. The same consignment with one missing certificate can sit for two weeks, collecting storage charges.

Every hold has an owner and a clock. The job is knowing which one before the penalties start.

Prevention starts before departure: pre-validated documents, consistent HS classification and a bonded route to the hub.