MM Report
TEHRAN: Iran has reportedly received its first payment under a newly introduced toll tax system for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Iranian state-linked media and official banking sources.
The country’s central bank confirmed that the funds had been received, clarifying earlier speculation surrounding the transaction and rejecting claims that the payment was made in cryptocurrency. Officials said the transfer was completed in cash and credited to state accounts through standard financial channels.
Earlier, the deputy speaker of Iran’s parliament said the first batch of revenue collected under the toll mechanism had already been deposited into the central bank, marking the operational start of the system.
The development comes amid growing international attention on maritime regulations in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy transit routes, through which a significant portion of global oil shipments pass daily.
However, no independent international verification has yet confirmed the structure or enforcement of the toll system, and details regarding implementation, rates, or compliance mechanisms remain unclear. Analysts say further transparency will be needed to assess the long-term impact on global shipping and energy markets.
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