Insights & Resources
Practical guides, regulatory updates, market intelligence, and specialist resources for businesses engaging with Iraq and Iraqi nationals navigating matters connected to their home country.
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In-depth guides and intelligence reports from our advisory team.
How to Register a Company in Iraq: A Complete Guide for Foreign Investors
A comprehensive, step-by-step guide to company registration in Iraq for foreign investors — covering Federal Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, required documentation, timelines, regulatory requirements, and the key decisions that need to be made at each stage of the process.
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Iraq Investment Landscape: Opportunities and Risks in 2026
An overview of the current investment climate in Iraq, covering key sectors, regulatory developments, and the strategic outlook for international businesses considering Iraq for the first time or deepening an existing presence.
Iraqi Citizenship by Descent: What You Need to Know in 2026
An essential guide for Iraqi nationals abroad seeking to confirm, reinstate, or pass on their Iraqi citizenship and nationality documentation — covering eligibility, the application process, and required documentation.
Iraq’s Companies Law: Key Requirements for Foreign Business Registration
A practical overview of the Iraqi Companies Law as it applies to foreign companies — covering permitted structures, capital requirements, directorship rules, and the documentation required at each stage of the registration process.
The Kurdistan Region of Iraq: A Distinct Market Entry Environment
How the Kurdistan Regional Government’s distinct legal, regulatory, and commercial framework differs from Federal Iraq — and what this means for businesses evaluating entry into the KRI versus Baghdad-focused operations.
Inheriting Property in Iraq: A Guide for Iraqis Living Abroad
A practical guide to the Iraqi inheritance process for property located in Iraq — covering the legal framework, the documentation required to establish inheritance rights, and the steps involved in transferring or selling inherited property.
Conducting Due Diligence on Iraqi Companies: What to Verify and Why
Before entering any commercial arrangement with an Iraqi entity, due diligence is essential. This guide explains what to verify, what information sources are available in Iraq, and how to structure a due diligence process that is actually useful rather than a box-ticking exercise.
Iraq Business Guides
A comparison of the registration process, requirements, and timelines across Federal Iraq and the KRG — helping businesses choose the right jurisdiction for their operations.
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An overview of the licensing requirements for businesses operating in Iraq across key sectors — including the bodies involved, the documentation required, and the typical timelines.
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A practical guide to joint venture formation in Iraq — covering the legal structures available, shareholder agreement essentials, and how to select and vet the right Iraqi partner.
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How to register and protect your trademark in Iraq — including the registration process, the costs involved, and the options available if your brand is being infringed in the Iraqi market.
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An explanation of Iraqi nationality law, who is entitled to Iraqi nationality, how to apply for or reinstate Iraqi nationality from abroad, and the documents required to support an application.
Read GuideWhen you need someone in Iraq to act on your behalf, a properly executed power of attorney is essential. This guide explains the types available, how to prepare one from abroad, and the authentication process required for it to be valid in Iraq.
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A guide for Iraqi nationals living outside Iraq who are entitled to Iraqi government pensions — covering how to register, maintain, and access your pension entitlement from abroad, including the annual proof of life process.
Read GuideA comprehensive guide to obtaining Iraqi civil and official documents from outside Iraq — covering birth certificates, family book extracts, nationality documents, property records, and death certificates, and the process for each.
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An assessment of current commercial opportunities in Iraq’s energy sector — covering upstream oil and gas, oilfield services, power generation, and the growing renewable energy space.
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An overview of Iraq’s construction and infrastructure market — covering the scale of public sector spending, the procurement landscape, and the opportunities available to international contractors and materials suppliers.
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A current overview of visa and entry requirements for foreign nationals travelling to Iraq for business purposes — covering Federal Iraq and the Kurdistan Region’s separate visa arrangements and what has changed recently.
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A guide for Iraqi nationals living abroad covering the implications of holding foreign nationality alongside Iraqi nationality, the status of Iraqi passport holders in various countries, and the process of returning to Iraq after extended absence.
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Downloadable guides and reference materials for businesses and individuals navigating Iraq-related matters.
Iraq Market Entry Checklist
A practical checklist for businesses considering entry into the Iraqi market — covering the key decisions, regulatory requirements, and due diligence steps that need to be completed before operations begin.
Request GuideIraqi Diaspora Document Checklist
A comprehensive checklist of the documents typically required for common diaspora service requests — inheritance, property transfer, power of attorney, nationality, and civil registration — saving time and preventing avoidable delays.
Request GuideIraq Regulatory Overview: Key Ministries & Bodies
A quick-reference guide to the key Iraqi government ministries, regulatory authorities, and institutional bodies relevant to foreign businesses — with their core responsibilities and areas of oversight explained.
Request GuideIraq Corporate Governance Framework Guide
An overview of the corporate governance requirements for foreign companies operating in Iraq — covering director obligations, annual filing requirements, shareholder rights, and the compliance calendar for registered entities.
Request GuideIraq Energy Sector: An Overview for New Entrants
A briefing document for companies entering the Iraqi energy sector for the first time — covering the regulatory framework, the key institutional bodies, the contract structures in use, and the practical realities of operating in this complex but highly significant market.
Request BriefingGetting Started: A Guide for Iraqis Abroad Seeking Help with Iraq Matters
An introductory guide for Iraqi nationals living outside Iraq who are approaching Resolute Global Consultancy for the first time — explaining the services available, what information we will need, and how to prepare for an initial consultation.
Request GuideFrequently Asked Questions
A selection of the questions we are most frequently asked about Iraq business and diaspora matters.
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