OFAC Venezuela general license analysis

GL 5X: Authorizing Certain Transactions Related to the Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. 2020 8.5 Percent Bond on or After August 4, 2026

Plain-English analysis of OFAC GL 5X for Venezuela: what the license covers, why it matters, source links, and related sanctions context.

License Details

LicenseGL 5X
OFAC titleAuthorizing Certain Transactions Related to the Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. 2020 8.5 Percent Bond on or After August 4, 2026
Coveragedebt
StatusCheck current OFAC text
OFAC listing dateJune 18, 2026
Last checked2026-06-18 20:52 UTC
SourceOFAC source

Plain-English Summary

Tracks OFAC authorization affecting Venezuelan debt, securities, bonds, or related settlement activity. Review the license text before trading, custody, or payment decisions.

AI-Assisted Analysis

GL 5X matters most for Venezuelan sovereign, PDVSA, or related securities exposure. Funds and banks should map the license text to trade date, custody, settlement, and beneficial-owner controls.

Internal Context

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