🛡️ Commission Protection Assurance
Dear Valued Commissioner / Broker,
We understand your concern:
“If I share the buyer’s profile, will my commission be protected — especially since NIOC doesn’t pay commissions directly?”
✅ Here’s the truth — clearly and confidently:
- Yes, it’s true:
“The Ministry of Oil or National Oil Company does NOT get involved in setting or paying these fees.”
(Source: ctcoil.site/commissioners-role) - BUT — and this is critical:
NIOC only works with verified networks that include Introducers, Brokers, and Mandates.
They know they cannot operate in today’s sanctioned environment without trusted intermediaries like you.
💡 In practice:
Once your buyer passes NIOC’s due diligence,
The seller (as NIOC’s official mandate) will require the buyer to sign a Side Letter Agreement —
This agreement legally protects your commission (typically 0.25%–0.5% for Introducers).
📌 Why would the buyer agree?
Because NIOC won’t release cargo unless the full deal chain — including commission terms — is respected.
This isn’t “kindness”… it’s operational necessity.
🔐 Your role is safe because:
- Commissions are private, off-contract, and confidential.
- Paid outside the main transaction — no risk of exposure.
- The seller ensures payment from their own margin, because they rely on you to bring real, bankable buyers.
🌍 In Iran’s oil trade, brokers aren’t optional — they’re essential.
And NIOC’s entire export system depends on this discreet, trusted ecosystem.
✨ So please — share the buyer’s profile with confidence.
We’ll ensure your commission is formally protected before any cargo moves.
With respect,
🛢️ Oil Trading Commissions & Deal Roles
In international oil contracts (e.g., SPA, CIF, or FOB), all broker commissions are defined separately in a “Side Letter Agreement” or “Commission Agreement” 📝.
👉 The Ministry of Oil or National Oil Company does NOT get involved in setting or paying these fees—except to verify the credibility of the parties ✅.
👥 Deal Chain Roles
- Seller / Mandate 🏢
Holds the master contract with the Ministry or parent oil company. - Buyer / Mandate 💼
The entity that makes payment and takes delivery of the crude. - Introducer / Finder 🤝
Only connects the buyer; provides initial docs. No further involvement. - Broker / Facilitator 🔄
Actively manages the deal: LOI → ICPO → Contract → LC. Coordinates both sides.
💰 Typical Commission Structure
(As % of gross contract value)
| Role | Typical Commission |
|---|---|
| Active Broker 🧠 | 0.5% – 1% |
| Introducer 📩 | 0.25% – 0.5% |
| Official Mandate 🎖️ | 1% – 1.5% |
| Chain of Brokers 🔗 | Total ≤ 3% (usually 1.5% – 2%) |
Most real-world deals stay in the 1.5% – 2% total commission range.
🔒 Important: Commissions are private, off-contract, and confidential.
Paid outside the main oil transaction.
No government or NOC involvement beyond KYC/credit checks.


