Siena:The General Commission of Customs reported a substantial rise in customs revenues for September, surpassing IQD 108 billion compared to the same month last year.

According to Iraqi News Agency, the commission’s statement highlighted a revenue increase of more than IQD 108 billion in September 2026 compared to September 2025. This growth is part of broader efforts to boost non-oil revenues and strengthen Iraq’s financial resources.

The achievement aligns with directives from Finance Minister Falih Sari and is overseen by Director General Thamer Qasim Dawood. The focus is on enhancing institutional performance, refining customs procedures, and improving revenue collection efficiency at various customs centers and zones.

Financial figures revealed that total customs revenues climbed from IQD 334,196,099,859 in September 2025 to IQD 442,266,831,097 in September 2026. This marks an increase of IQD 108,070,731,238, reflecting a growth rate of approximately 32.34%.

The commission emphasized the importance of continuing to develop the customs system, enhancing revenue collection in accordance with existing laws and regulations, safeguarding public funds, and supporting financial reform and the expansion of non-oil revenues.