Iran Issues Rules Requiring Permission for Ships in Strait of Hormuz

Iran stated that ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz require its permission. The announcement appeared in an official document that also references future tolling arrangements. Officials described the new requirement as a regulatory step rather than an immediate operational change.

Background on the Waterway The strait remains a key transit route for energy exports from several countries in the region. Shipping companies have historically operated under international maritime rules when using the passage. No specific start date for the permission system was provided in the document.