Does OilFlow screen Crude oil counterparties against Aruba rules?

Yes. The free /check screen and the Regulatory Matrix API both read this same rule row; a private Crude oil deal into Aruba is flagged automatically when this page says blocked or restricted.

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Aruba · Regulatory

Crude oil in Aruba

JurisdictionAruba

ProductCrude oil

Private tradeRESTRICTED

Restricted — government / monopoly route

The San Nicolas refinery (formerly leased to Citgo / Valero) has been idle since 2012; intermittent restart attempts. Crude trading on Aruba is currently limited. Any Citgo-related transaction is sanctions-relevant given the Venezuela parentage.

Compiled regulatory guidance from OilFlow Network, not legal advice. Rules change; confirm with the relevant national regulator before structuring a deal.

Frequently asked

Can private companies import Crude oil into Aruba?: No. The San Nicolas refinery (formerly leased to Citgo / Valero) has been idle since 2012; intermittent restart attempts. Crude trading on Aruba is currently limited. Any Citgo-related transaction is sanctions-relevant given the Venezuela parentage.
What license is typically required?: The San Nicolas refinery (formerly leased to Citgo / Valero) has been idle since 2012; intermittent restart attempts. Crude trading on Aruba is currently limited. Any Citgo-related transaction is sanctions-relevant given the Venezuela parentage.
Does OilFlow screen Crude oil counterparties against Aruba rules?: Yes. The free /check screen and the Regulatory Matrix API both read this same rule row; a private Crude oil deal into Aruba is flagged automatically when this page says blocked or restricted.

Other products in Aruba

Refined products (diesel, fuel oil, gasoline, jet)LPG

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