Iraq PVoC Certification

The Iraq Pre-Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) is a mandatory program regulated by IQS (Iraq Central Organization for Standardization & Quality Control – COSQC). All exporters shipping goods to Iraq must comply with this program to ensure that the products meet national safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

What is Iraq PVoC?

PVoC ensures that products entering Iraq are inspected, tested, and certified before shipment. A Certificate of Conformity (CoC) must be issued by an authorized certification body to clear customs at Iraqi ports.

Products Requiring Iraq PVoC

• Electrical & Electronic Appliances
• Automotive Products & Spare Parts
• Construction Materials
• Chemicals, Lubricants & Industrial Goods
• Textile & Footwear Products
• Household Items & Consumer Goods

Iraq PVoC Certification Process

1. Document Review – Product specifications & technical file analysis
2. Testing – Products must be tested as per Iraq standards (where applicable)
3. Inspection – Pre-shipment inspection at exporter’s location
4. Issuance of CoC – Certificate of Conformity provided for customs clearance
5. Verification at Iraqi Ports – Authorities confirm authenticity of CoC

Required Documents

• Commercial Invoice
• Packing List
• Test Reports (ISO/IEC accredited)
• Product Technical Data Sheet
• Factory Audit Reports (if applicable)
• HS Code Confirmation

Why is Iraq PVoC Mandatory?

• Ensures safety and quality of imported products
• Prevents entry of counterfeit or unsafe goods
• Reduces delays and rejections at Iraqi customs
• Avoids penalties & shipment holds

How Sanyog Conformity Helps

• End-to-end assistance in obtaining CoC for Iraq
• Support in product testing and documentation preparation
• Assistance with inspection scheduling and coordination
• HS code verification and compliance guidance
• Streamlined and fast certification processing

With Sanyog Conformity, exporters can ensure smooth and compliant entry of their products into Iraq under the PVoC program.