Does OilFlow screen Crude oil counterparties against Curacao rules?

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

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Curacao · Regulatory

Crude oil in Curacao

JurisdictionCuracao

ProductCrude oil

Private tradeRESTRICTED

Restricted — government / monopoly route

The Isla refinery (formerly leased to PDVSA, now under RdK) has been largely idle since 2019. PDVSA-era contracts are sanctions-exposed under US OFAC Venezuela measures. Any crude transaction touching Isla / RdK requires fresh OFAC review.

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 Curacao?: No. The Isla refinery (formerly leased to PDVSA, now under RdK) has been largely idle since 2019. PDVSA-era contracts are sanctions-exposed under US OFAC Venezuela measures. Any crude transaction touching Isla / RdK requires fresh OFAC review.
What license is typically required?: The Isla refinery (formerly leased to PDVSA, now under RdK) has been largely idle since 2019. PDVSA-era contracts are sanctions-exposed under US OFAC Venezuela measures. Any crude transaction touching Isla / RdK requires fresh OFAC review.
Does OilFlow screen Crude oil counterparties against Curacao rules?: Yes. The free /check screen and the Regulatory Matrix API both read this same rule row; a private Crude oil deal into Curacao is flagged automatically when this page says blocked or restricted.

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