Serbian authorities have extended a set of emergency measures designed to stabilize the domestic fuel market amid ongoing disruptions in global oil supply chains and heightened price volatility.
At an extraordinary government session, officials decided to prolong the temporary ban on exports of crude oil and petroleum products until 2 July 2026. The government stated that the move is driven by continued instability in international energy markets and concerns over tight supply conditions that could threaten domestic fuel security.
In addition to export restrictions, the government has also extended temporary reductions in excise duties on petroleum products. Originally introduced in response to rising global crude prices, the measure will remain in effect until 7 June.
Under the revised tax framework, excise duties are set at €0.52 per liter for leaded petrol, €0.49 per liter for unleaded petrol, and €0.50 per liter for gas oil. The reduced rates are intended to ease pressure on retail fuel prices and help cushion households and businesses from higher energy costs.
The excise relief was first introduced in mid-May, after increases in global crude prices pushed up production costs across the fuel supply chain. By combining tax relief with export restrictions, authorities aim to ensure sufficient domestic fuel availability while limiting the impact of external market shocks on the Serbian economy.
Officials say the latest decisions underline that energy security remains a key policy priority, as geopolitical tensions and fluctuations in global oil markets continue to create uncertainty for fuel-importing countries.
