Does OilFlow screen Crude oil counterparties against Namibia rules?

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

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Namibia · Regulatory

Crude oil in Namibia

JurisdictionNamibia

ProductCrude oil

Private tradeRESTRICTED

Restricted — government / monopoly route

No commercial production yet. TotalEnergies (Venus), Shell (Graff, Jonker), Galp (Mopane) Orange Basin discoveries 2022–24 pre-FID. Significant resources but development timeline 2027+.

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 Namibia?: No. No commercial production yet. TotalEnergies (Venus), Shell (Graff, Jonker), Galp (Mopane) Orange Basin discoveries 2022–24 pre-FID. Significant resources but development timeline 2027+.
What license is typically required?: No commercial production yet. TotalEnergies (Venus), Shell (Graff, Jonker), Galp (Mopane) Orange Basin discoveries 2022–24 pre-FID. Significant resources but development timeline 2027+.
Does OilFlow screen Crude oil counterparties against Namibia rules?: Yes. The free /check screen and the Regulatory Matrix API both read this same rule row; a private Crude oil deal into Namibia is flagged automatically when this page says blocked or restricted.

Other products in Namibia

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

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