Iran restricts Strait of Hormuz transit to vessels from authorised countries
Ship masters must hold Iran transit authorisation before entering the Strait
Change
Iran has restricted international transit through the Strait of Hormuz to vessels flagged to countries it explicitly authorised, effective after February 28, 2026.
Why it matters
Iran allows only vessels of countries it has authorised to navigate the Strait of Hormuz. Vessels without Iran's explicit permission are barred from passage.
Implications
- — Ship owners, masters, charterers and voyage-planning teams must obtain and carry Iran's explicit transit authorisation before any scheduled entry to the Strait of Hormuz — vessels lacking it will be denied passage.
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