Iran · Regulatory
Crude oil in Iran
JurisdictionIran
ProductCrude oil
Private tradeBLOCKED
Not tradeable by private parties
Iranian crude is subject to comprehensive US primary sanctions (CISADA, ITRSHRA, IFCA) and EU extraterritorial measures (Council Decision 2010/413, Regulation 267/2012). NIOC, NITC, IRGC affiliates are OFAC SDNs. HARD STOP.
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 Iran?
- No. Iranian crude is subject to comprehensive US primary sanctions (CISADA, ITRSHRA, IFCA) and EU extraterritorial measures (Council Decision 2010/413, Regulation 267/2012). NIOC, NITC, IRGC affiliates are OFAC SDNs. HARD STOP.
- What license is typically required?
- Iranian crude is subject to comprehensive US primary sanctions (CISADA, ITRSHRA, IFCA) and EU extraterritorial measures (Council Decision 2010/413, Regulation 267/2012). NIOC, NITC, IRGC affiliates are OFAC SDNs. HARD STOP.
- Does OilFlow screen Crude oil counterparties against Iran rules?
- Yes. The free /check screen and the Regulatory Matrix API both read this same rule row; a private Crude oil deal into Iran is flagged automatically when this page says blocked or restricted.
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