Does OilFlow screen Crude oil counterparties against Papua New Guinea rules?

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

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Papua New Guinea · Regulatory

Crude oil in Papua New Guinea

JurisdictionPapua New Guinea

ProductCrude oil

Private tradeALLOWED

Allowed for private trade

Oil Search / Santos operate upstream; Kumul Petroleum is the state vehicle. Department of Petroleum licensing required.

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 Papua New Guinea?: Yes. Oil Search / Santos operate upstream; Kumul Petroleum is the state vehicle. Department of Petroleum licensing required.
What license is typically required?: Oil Search / Santos operate upstream; Kumul Petroleum is the state vehicle. Department of Petroleum licensing required.
Does OilFlow screen Crude oil counterparties against Papua New Guinea rules?: Yes. The free /check screen and the Regulatory Matrix API both read this same rule row; a private Crude oil deal into Papua New Guinea is flagged automatically when this page says blocked or restricted.

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