Kazakhstan extends ban on gasoline and diesel exports

The restrictions will remain in force from November 22, 2026, until May 22, 2027.

However, several exceptions are предусмотрены. The export of certain types of lubricating oils and fuel in vehicles' standard tanks is permitted, provided that the latter does not occur more than once a day.

Aviation fuel may also be exported for research and testing purposes, subject to approval from the relevant government authority and the submission of the required documents.

Petroleum products intended for humanitarian assistance may be exported under a government decision.

A ban on the railway export of certain petroleum products will also apply during the same period. Exceptions include gasoline supplied under approved delivery plans and petroleum products designated for humanitarian assistance by government decision.

In addition, from January 1 to June 30, 2027, Kazakhstan will prohibit the export of light distillates, aviation kerosene, diesel fuel, gas oils, toluene, xylene and petroleum bitumen outside the customs territory of the Eurasian Economic Union.