Venezuela Bond Trading Gets Green Light Under New Sanctions Rules
Published Date: 3/2/2026
Rule
Summary
The Treasury Department just made it official: starting February 3, 2026, certain deals involving Venezuela’s 2020 8.5% bond are allowed again, replacing the old rules from June 2025. This update affects anyone handling these bonds, letting them trade or finance them without breaking sanctions. It’s a big move that could open up new money flows and opportunities tied to Venezuela’s debt.
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Trading and Financing of PDVSA 2020 Bond
On or after February 3, 2026, you are allowed to do transactions, provide financing for, and otherwise deal in the Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. 2020 8.5 Percent Bond that would have been prohibited under subsection l(a)(iii) of E.O. 13835. This permission is issued by OFAC in General License No. 5T, which was issued December 19, 2025 and replaces General License No. 5S dated June 20, 2025.
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