The Armenian government approved a decision introducing a tariff quota system for importing specific Iranian agricultural products into Armenia in 2025. The move follows the enforcement of the Free Trade Agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and Iran, which came into force on May 15 and outlines preferential trade terms, including import quotas.

Under the new policy, select Iranian goods - such as poultry meat and food by-products, potatoes, tomatoes, apples, various root vegetables (including carrots, celery root, radishes, and beets), as well as cabbage, cauliflower, kale, and cucumbers - will be eligible for import into Armenia at a 0% customs duty, provided that importers obtain the required licenses.

To manage the licensing and quota system:

• The government will issue one-time and general import licenses, with designated procedures and forms approved during Thursday’s Cabinet meeting.
• 75% of the total quota will be allocated to “historical buyers,” defined as businesses with a proven import record of the specified goods from Iran over the past three years.
• 25% of the quota is reserved for “non-historical buyers,” allowing new or smaller market players access to the import scheme.

The government says the decision is aimed at fulfilling EAEU obligations, stimulating trade, and enhancing the business environment while balancing market access for established and new importers.