A Practical Legal & Regulatory Guide for Foreign Investors How to Enter the Iraqi Securities Market: A Practical Legal Guideline for Investors Iraq’s securities market is gradually developing and attracting interest from regional and international investors. However, market entry in Iraq is not informal — it is shaped by regulatory approvals, licensing controls, and compliance...Read More

Business meeting Hiring Employees in Iraq: What Foreign Employers Must Know Foreign companies expanding into Iraq face a labour environment shaped by strict legal requirements, compliance rules, and cultural considerations. Whether operating in energy, infrastructure, logistics, or services, understanding how to legally hire talent in Iraq is essential to avoid penalties, disputes, or commercial delays....Read More

Introduction Expanding into the Iraqi market requires a clear legal structure and compliance with the Companies Law and instructions of the Companies Registrar (“CR”) under the Ministry of Trade. Any foreign company wishing to conduct commercial activity in Iraq must register a Branch Office, provided that at least one year has passed since its establishment....Read More

Introduction:In today’s competitive market, information is one of the most valuable assets a business owns. From pricing structures to client data and technical processes — confidential information must be legally protected. That is why confidentiality clauses (or NDAs) have become a critical element in commercial contracts in Iraq and globally. What Is a Confidentiality Clause?It...Read More

Technical service contracts Iraq key clauses now play a central role in how companies plan and manage upstream oil and gas projects. Contractors, suppliers, and operators must understand these clauses clearly before they commit to long-term TSC arrangements in Iraq. This legal guide highlights the main technical service contracts Iraq key clauses that companies should...Read More

Local content requirements in Iraq’s oil and gas sector are now one of the most important legal factors affecting contractors, suppliers, and operators. Understanding these requirements is essential for achieving compliance, securing tenders, and maintaining long-term contracts. In this article, we explain the local content requirements in Iraq’s oil and gas sector for 2025, and...Read More