The Rimdan-Gabd Corridor: A New Trade Route Between Iran and Pakistan

Among Iran’s trade routes with its eastern neighbors, the Rimdan-Gabd border crossing has gradually become one of the more serious options for developing two-way trade with Pakistan. As an alternative to the southern ports, this route offers exporters and importers in both countries significant logistical advantages.

Why This Corridor Matters

Compared to shipping via the southern ports, the Rimdan-Kerman route significantly cuts both shipping cost and transit time — an advantage that carries particular strategic value for time-sensitive goods and food products.

Two-Way Trade Capacity

From Iran’s side, goods such as industrial and metal products, agricultural products and dried fruits and nuts, and handicrafts such as carpets hold export potential in the Pakistani market. In return, Pakistan has the capacity to supply food and agricultural products to the Iranian market.

A Strategic Approach to Entering This Market

Experience shows that entering a new border market successfully requires a precise understanding of the local trade partner, a feasibility assessment for each shipment, and a contract model suited to the type of goods (industrial or agricultural). A step-by-step approach — starting with a small trial shipment before committing to larger volumes — significantly reduces the risk of entering a new market.

Farshavard’s Role

With a precise understanding of the region’s logistics routes and by drawing on the risk coverage of the Export Guarantee Fund of Iran (EGFI), Farshavard Trading Company guides its trade partners along a safe, well-calculated path into the Pakistani market.

To explore trade opportunities via the Rimdan-Gabd corridor, contact Farshavard’s team.