Iran · Regulatory
Crude oil in Iran
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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