Meteorite law in Iran
No meteorite-specific rule that we can confirm. The Lut Desert has yielded many finds; export of natural-history objects needs permission.
No specific law known
We know of no published Iranian law written for meteorites. The Lut Desert, a World Heritage site, has become an important source of meteorite finds for Iranian scientists. Collecting in protected areas is forbidden, and exporting natural-history objects needs official permission.
This is general information to help you ask the right questions, not legal advice. Laws change and their details matter, and this summary was last reviewed in 2026. Before you search, buy, sell or export a meteorite, check the current law with the authorities of the country concerned or a qualified lawyer. See meteorite law by country.
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Glossary: Meteorite ownership, Export rules, Landowner permission, Provenance