What Iranian order registration is, why Indian exporters must mention it on the PI, how buyers obtain it, and how it affects LC opening and shipment timing.
Iranian order registration — sometimes referred to as SHT — is the official registration of an import order with the relevant Iranian ministry. It is a prerequisite for LC opening at Iranian banks and for customs clearance at Bandar Abbas. Indian exporters and Iranian buyers must coordinate this carefully to avoid shipment delays. This article explains how it works.
Why buy from India
Iran imports agro products, packaging, textiles, chemicals and pharma inputs from India. For most of these products, Iranian order registration is mandatory before the LC can be opened and the shipment can sail.
Common challenges for Iranian importers
- Not knowing which ministry to register the order with.
- Delay in registration holding up LC opening and shipment.
- Indian exporter shipping before registration — risk of consignment seizure.
- PI without a clear field for the order registration number.
How Blueroute Exim helps
We include a clear field for the Iranian order registration number on the Proforma Invoice. We coordinate the production schedule around the registration timeline — production can start, but shipment is held until registration and LC are in place.
What is Iranian order registration?
Iranian order registration is the process by which an Iranian importer registers the import order with the relevant ministry (Ministry of Industry, Mine and Trade, Ministry of Jihad-e-Agriculture, Ministry of Health for pharma, etc.).
The registration:
- Confirms the product is permitted for import.
- Allocates foreign exchange for the import (where applicable).
- Generates a registration number used on the LC, BL and customs documents.
- Is required for customs clearance at Bandar Abbas.
Step-by-step process
### Step 1: PI issued - Blueroute Exim issues a Proforma Invoice with HS code, country of origin, packaging, total value, Incoterm, validity. - The PI includes a clear field for the order registration number.
### Step 2: Buyer submits order registration in Iran - Buyer submits the PI to the relevant Iranian ministry. - Ministry reviews and (if approved) issues the order registration number. - Timeline: typically 3–10 business days.
### Step 3: LC opening (if applicable) - Buyer takes the registered PI to their Iranian bank. - Bank opens the LC at sight, referencing the registration number.
### Step 4: Production and PSI - With advance or LC in place, production starts. - We run pre-shipment inspection and lab testing.
### Step 5: Shipment - Vessel sails only after registration and LC are confirmed. - BL, invoice and documents mention the registration number where required.
### Step 6: Document delivery and clearance - Documents delivered bank-to-bank (under LC) or by courier (under advance). - Buyer clears consignment at Bandar Abbas using the registration number.
Required documents
- Proforma Invoice (with HS code, country of origin, packaging, total value, Incoterm, validity).
- Order registration number (added by buyer).
- LC copy (if LC payment).
- Commercial invoice.
- Packing list.
- Bill of Lading.
- Certificate of Origin.
- Certificate of Analysis (where applicable).
- Phytosanitary certificate (where applicable).
Payment — bank compliant only
- Advance TT.
- 50% advance + 50% before BL release.
- LC at sight (with order registration number).
- Rupee payment through permitted channels.
No crypto. No hawala.
Quality assurance
- Supplier verification.
- Sample approval.
- Pre-shipment inspection.
- Lab testing for food, pharma, chemicals.
- Stuffing photographs.
Why choose Blueroute Exim
- Iran-ready Proforma Invoice with order registration field.
- Production scheduled around registration timeline.
- Bank-compliant payment only.
- Independent PSI on every shipment.
- Based in Surat, Gujarat — close to Mundra and Nhava Sheva.
- Business hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM IST.
- Contact: +91 93132 01754, info@bluerouteexim.in.
Key Takeaways
- Iranian order registration is mandatory for most imports.
- The registration number is required for LC opening and customs clearance.
- The PI must include a clear field for the registration number.
- Production can start, but shipment waits until registration is in place.
- Blueroute Exim coordinates the production schedule around the registration timeline.
If you need help coordinating order registration and shipment timing, contact Blueroute Exim at info@bluerouteexim.in or +91 93132 01754.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iranian order registration (SHT)?
Iranian order registration is the official registration of an import order with the relevant Iranian ministry. It is a prerequisite for LC opening and customs clearance for most imports.
Why must Indian exporters mention it on the PI?
Iranian banks require the order registration number on the PI and LC. Without it, the bank will not open the LC. Exporters should leave a clear field for the buyer to fill in the registration number.
How long does order registration take?
Typically 3–10 business days, depending on the product, ministry involved and completeness of the buyer's submission. Plan the production lead time accordingly.
Can the order be shipped before registration?
No. The vessel cannot sail before the order registration is in place and the LC (if applicable) is opened. Doing so risks the consignment being held at Bandar Abbas.
What if the order registration is delayed?
Production can proceed (with buyer's consent), but shipment is held until registration is confirmed. We coordinate the production schedule around the registration timeline.