ARCH STAR is a leading global logistics provider, strategically headquartered in Iraq and Türkiye, with an extensive network across the UK, Germany, the USA, China, the UAE, and India. We specialize in connecting worldwide trade routes to the Middle East through reliable, flexible, and cost-effective logistics solutions.
Why Choose ARCH STAR
Comprehensive Freight Services: Air, Sea, Road & Multi-modal transport tailored to your needs
Licensed Customs Clearance: Expertise at key borders, ports, and airports across the region.
Door-to-Door Solutions: From pickup to delivery with full visibility and tracking.
Global Network: Strong partnerships across Europe, Asia, and the GCC.
What We Do
Freight Forwarding
Freight Forwarding
Global Shopping & Shipping
Global Shopping & Shipping
Project Cargo
Project Cargo
Sea Freight (FCL & LCL)
Sea Freight (FCL & LCL)
Air Freight
Air Freight
Road Freight FTL
Road Freight FTL
Road Freight LTL
Road Freight LTL
Customs Brokerage
Customs Brokerage
Warehousing & Distribution
Warehousing & Distribution
Your Guide to IRAQ Cross-Border Logistics
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Haj Omran (IRAQ) - Tamarchin (IRAN)
- East of Choman, Erbil Province, Iraq 
- West of Piranshahr, Iran 
- Controlled By: Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) 
- Status: Open for passengers and cargo
Kele (IRAQ) – Sardasht (IRAN)
- East of Halsho, Sulaymaniyah Province, Iraq
- Central District of Sardasht, Iran
- Controlled By: Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG)
- Status: Open for passengers and cargo
Al-sheeb (IRAQ) – Chazabe (IRAN)
- East of Maysan Province, Iraq
- West of Bostan, Iran
- Controlled By: Iraq Government
- Status: Open for passengers and cargo
Abu Flous Port
- Abu Al-Khaseeb, Basra Province, Iraq
- Controlled By: Iraq Government
- Key Features: Abu Flous Port, located on the Gulf, is strategically important for trade and maritime transportation, supports the economy through the import and export of goods, and features essential cargo handling facilities, including docks and storage areas.
Al-Faw Port
- Basra Province, Iraq
- Controlled By: Iraq Government
- Key Features: Al-Faw Port enhances Iraq's maritime capabilities, boosts the economy through trade and job creation, accommodates large vessels, is under development for modernization, and connects to major roadways for efficient goods movement.
- Status: Under Development
Um Qasr Port
- Basra Province, Iraq
- Controlled By: Iraq Government
- Key Features: Umm Qasr Port is Iraq's main deep-water port on the Gulf, vital for international shipping, handling significant imports, creating jobs, featuring multiple docks and storage, undergoing modernization, and well-connected to major roads and railways
- Status: Operational
Al-Waleed (IRAQ) – Tanf (SYRIA)
- West of Al-Anbar Province, Iraq
- East of At-tanf, Syria 
- Controlled By: Iraq Government
- Status: Open for passengers and cargo
Rabia (IRAQ) – Al-Yarubiyah (SYRIA)
- West of Nineveh Governorate, Iraq
- East of Al-Hasakah Governorate, Syria
- Controlled By: Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG)
- Status: Open for passengers and cargo
Ibrahim Al-Khalil (IRAQ) - Habur (TÜRKIYE)
- North of Zakho, Iraq
- South of Silopi, Türkiye 
- Controlled By: Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG)
- Status: Open for passengers and cargo.
Sar zeri (IRAQ) – Üzümlü (TÜRKIYE)
- North of Sar Zeri District
- South of Hakkâri Province, Türkiye
- Controlled By: Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG)
- Status: Open for passengers
Haj Omran (IRAQ) - Tamarchin (IRAN)
- East of Choman, Erbil Province, Iraq
- West of Piranshahr, Iran
- Controlled By: Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG)
- Status: Open for passengers and cargo
Kele (IRAQ) – Sardasht (IRAN)
- East of Halsho, Sulaymaniyah Province, Iraq
- Central District of Sardasht, Iran
- Controlled By: Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG)
- Status: Open for passengers and cargo
Al-sheeb (IRAQ) – Chazabe (IRAN)
- East of Maysan Province, Iraq
- West of Bostan, Iran
- Controlled By: Iraq Government
- Status: Open for passengers and cargo
Abu Flous Port
- Abu Al-Khaseeb, Basra Province, Iraq
- Controlled By: Iraq Government
- Key Features: Abu Flous Port, located on the Gulf, is strategically important for trade and maritime transportation, supports the economy through the import and export of goods, and features essential cargo handling facilities, including docks and storage areas.
Al-Faw Port
- Basra Province, Iraq
- Controlled By: Iraq Government
- Key Features: Al-Faw Port enhances Iraq's maritime capabilities, boosts the economy through trade and job creation, accommodates large vessels, is under development for modernization, and connects to major roadways for efficient goods movement.
- Status: Under Development
Um Qasr Port
- Basra Province, Iraq
- Controlled By: Iraq Government
- Key Features: Umm Qasr Port is Iraq's main deep-water port on the Gulf, vital for international shipping, handling significant imports, creating jobs, featuring multiple docks and storage, undergoing modernization, and well-connected to major roads and railways
- Status: Operational
Al-Waleed (IRAQ) – Tanf (SYRIA)
- West of Al-Anbar Province, Iraq
- East of At-tanf, Syria
- Controlled By: Iraq Government
- Status: Open for passengers and cargo
Rabia (IRAQ) – Al-Yarubiyah (SYRIA)
- West of Nineveh Governorate, Iraq
- East of Al-Hasakah Governorate, Syria
- Controlled By: Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG)
- Status: Open for passengers and cargo
Ibrahim Al-Khalil (IRAQ) - Habur (TÜRKIYE)
- North of Zakho, Iraq
- South of Silopi, Türkiye
- Controlled By: Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG)
- Status: Open for passengers and cargo.
Sar zeri (IRAQ) – Üzümlü (TÜRKIYE)
- North of Sar Zeri District
- South of Hakkâri Province, Türkiye
- Controlled By: Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG)
- Status: Open for passengers
Our Services at a Glance
Sea Freight | Road Freight | Air Freight |
|---|---|---|
Full Container Load (FCL) | Full Truckload (FTL) | General Cargo |
Less than Container Load (LCL) | Less than Truckload (LTL) | Perishable Goods |
Roll-On/Roll-Off (RORO) | Groupage: Similar to LTL | Live Animals |
Reefer Cargo | Parcel Delivery | Dangerous Goods |
Bulk Cargo/Dry & Liquid | Express Delivery | Experss or Courier |
Neo-Bulk Cargo | Drop and Hook | Charter Services |
Break Bulk | Refrigerated Trucking (Reefer) | Intermodal Air Freight |
Project Cargo | Flatbed Trucking | Consolidated Shipments |
Charter Shipping | Intermodal Road Freight | Freight Forwarding Services |
Consolidated Shipping | Heavy Haul/Over-Dimensional Freight | Project Cargo |
Containerized Cargo | Drayage |
Sea Freight | Road Freight | Air Freight |
|---|---|---|
Full Container Load (FCL) | Full Truckload (FTL) | General Cargo |
Less than Container Load (LCL) | Less than Truckload (LTL) | Perishable Goods |
Roll-On/Roll-Off (RORO) | Groupage: Similar to LTL | Live Animals |
Reefer Cargo | Parcel Delivery | Dangerous Goods |
Bulk Cargo -Dry & Liquid | Express Delivery | Experss or Courier |
Neo-Bulk Cargo | Drop and Hook | Charter Services |
Break Bulk | Refrigerated Trucking (Reefer) | Intermodal Air Freight |
Project Cargo | Flatbed Trucking | Consolidated Shipments |
Charter Shipping | Intermodal Road Freight | Freight Forwarding Services |
Consolidated Shipping | Heavy Haul/Over-Dimensional Freight | Project Cargo |
Containerized Cargo | Drayage | - |
A Message from CEO
Dear Valued Partners,
Iraq’s logistics market is full of opportunity, but also full of challenges — from outdated infrastructure to sudden regulatory changes, and issues like smuggling and corruption. These obstacles often delay trade and increase costs for businesses.
At Arch Star, we believe the solution is clear: a trusted partner who understands Iraq’s realities and offers full, transparent, and technology-driven logistics services. From small parcels to large-scale shipments, we provide door-to-door solutions by air, land, and sea — ensuring every shipment reaches its destination safely, on time, and at the right cost.
Arch Star is committed to transforming these challenges into opportunities and to making logistics in Iraq reliable, modern, and efficient for all our clients.
Dr. Hami Salih Harki
