National Elite Foundation Details Return Package Allowing One Duty‑Free Car Import and Housing, Hiring Support

What happened: The National Elite Foundation published details of a support package intended to facilitate the return of Iranian specialists living abroad, including housing, hiring and a one‑time vehicle import. Attribution and specifics: According to a Telegram post attributed to Fars, the foundation’s deputy director said returning elites would be allowed to import one vehicle with zero customs duty if they come back to Iran. The post also said these returnees would receive support from the Innovation Fund to establish knowledge‑based companies, priority access to benefits under the Housing Production Acceleration law for buying or building homes, and one‑time duty exemptions for importing scientific, research, laboratory and professional equipment for noncommercial use. Additional reporting: Kayhan newspaper’s report, citing the foundation’s official site, said the package also includes measures to ease recruitment into universities and research centers, speed up credential evaluations, permit simultaneous collaboration with domestic and foreign institutions, and provide insurance, housing loans and remote government services. Unverified or attributed claims are presented as reported by the named outlets.