Ukraine · Regulatory
Crude oil in Ukraine
JurisdictionUkraine
ProductCrude oil
Private tradeALLOWED
Allowed for private trade
Domestic production (Ukrnafta, Ukrgazvydobuvannya). Kremenchuk refinery (sole operating refinery) damaged in 2022 invasion. Active war zone — confirm operability and force-majeure posture at deal time.
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 Ukraine?
- Yes. Domestic production (Ukrnafta, Ukrgazvydobuvannya). Kremenchuk refinery (sole operating refinery) damaged in 2022 invasion. Active war zone — confirm operability and force-majeure posture at deal time.
- What license is typically required?
- Domestic production (Ukrnafta, Ukrgazvydobuvannya). Kremenchuk refinery (sole operating refinery) damaged in 2022 invasion. Active war zone — confirm operability and force-majeure posture at deal time.
- Does OilFlow screen Crude oil counterparties against Ukraine rules?
- Yes. The free /check screen and the Regulatory Matrix API both read this same rule row; a private Crude oil deal into Ukraine is flagged automatically when this page says blocked or restricted.
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