Mexico · Regulatory
Crude oil in Mexico
JurisdictionMexico
ProductCrude oil
Private tradeRESTRICTED
Restricted — government / monopoly route
Pemex dominates production and exports (Maya, Olmeca, Isthmus blends). Private upstream allowed via CNH contracts but recent policy has favored Pemex.
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 Mexico?
- No. Pemex dominates production and exports (Maya, Olmeca, Isthmus blends). Private upstream allowed via CNH contracts but recent policy has favored Pemex.
- What license is typically required?
- Pemex dominates production and exports (Maya, Olmeca, Isthmus blends). Private upstream allowed via CNH contracts but recent policy has favored Pemex.
- Does OilFlow screen Crude oil counterparties against Mexico rules?
- Yes. The free /check screen and the Regulatory Matrix API both read this same rule row; a private Crude oil deal into Mexico is flagged automatically when this page says blocked or restricted.
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