Author: Maziar Motamedi
Published on: 11/03/2025 | 00:00:00
AI Summary:
Iranian authorities are rolling out an electronic coupon scheme in recognition of the dire economic conditions under sanctions. But they are also hiking taxes across the board to cover budget deficits. The first use of coupons in Iran dates back to World War II. But coupons are mostly remembered for their widespread use in aftermath of 1979 revolution. People can buy only 11 items from a list of select suppliers and shops across the country. The credit purchases are separate from monthly government cash handouts that currently amount to about $4.85 per person. Goal is to marginally alleviate short-term pressure on families. The 1404 budget makes a long list of government services offered to Iranian and foreign nationals much more costly while ramping up financial penalties for offences. Fees to issue national IDs and passports are up, and it will be more costly to register vehicles and motorcycles. Authorities expect much higher revenues from traffic fines because they will be hiked by up to 30 percent until early April. Iranian government plans to make services offered to millions of migrants and refugees more expensive. These price rises will mostly impact refugees and migrants from neighbouring Afghanistan. Iranian authorities acknowledge at least six million Afghans live in Iran.
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