TEHRAN- Iran-Oman trade has been on an upward trajectory in recent years, and trade agreements between the two countries have opened new prospects for economic actors; however, banking and logistical obstacles remain.
According to a Mehr News Agency reporter, Iran-Oman trade in the current Iranian calendar year 1405 (started on March 21, 2026) has seen an upward trend in Iran's exports despite regional developments and transportation difficulties on maritime routes. According to the Iran Trade Promotion Organization, the value of Iran's exports to Oman in the first six months of the current year reached $1.164 billion, a 23% increase compared to $948 million in the same period last year.
These statistics indicate the continued capacity of the Omani market for Iranian goods. However, it should be noted that the announced figure relates to Iran's exports to Oman and does not by itself show the total value of bilateral trade, including Iran's imports from Oman.
Oman's importance for Iran's trade is not limited to the direct purchase of Iranian goods. The country's geographical position south of the Strait of Hormuz, access to open waters, and possession of important ports have made it one of the key routes for regional trade.
Statistics from Oman's National Center for Statistics and Information show that Iran was the largest destination for goods re-exported from Oman…
