Daijiworld Media Network - Tehran

Tehran, Jun 20: Iran has announced new rules requiring ships passing through the strategic Strait of Hormuz to obtain prior approval and complete registration procedures before transit.

As per the new regulations introduced by the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA), vessels will have to submit transit requests at least 48 hours before entering the waterway, secure necessary permits, provide insurance details and follow designated navigation routes prescribed by Iranian authorities.

The authority stated that the measures have been implemented to ensure safer and more organised movement of commercial vessels through the busy maritime corridor. The registration and permit process will remain free for an initial 60-day period, while Iran has indicated that charges may be introduced later.

The Strait of Hormuz, located between Iran and Oman, is one of the world’s most important shipping routes, with a major share of global oil and gas shipments passing through it.

The announcement has raised concerns among international shipping operators, with some questioning Iran’s move to impose additional conditions on vessels using the key international maritime passage.