The Directorate of Oil and Gas in Erbil has issued a new directive to all fuel stations across the governorate. It instructed stations to provide only 50 liters of subsidized petrol priced at 750 IQD per liter for each vehicle.
Officials warned that any fuel station violating the rule will face legal action and penalties according to regulations.
Salar Mohammed, Head of Inspection and Monitoring at the directorate in Erbil, said the decision was not new. However, many drivers were not fully aware of the details. He explained that some motorists requested larger quantities, which created long queues and overcrowding at fuel stations.
He added that the misunderstanding led to heavy congestion. Drivers were often forced to wait for long periods to receive fuel. The new enforcement aims to organize distribution and reduce pressure on stations.
The measure comes at a time when commercial fuel prices have increased in recent days. The difference between subsidized fuel and market fuel has created higher demand for the cheaper supply.
Officials say the directorate continues its efforts to stabilize fuel prices across the region. Salar Mohammed confirmed that inspection teams are actively monitoring fuel stations. He stressed that the goal is to ensure fair distribution and prevent misuse of subsidized fuel.
He also assured drivers that authorities are working to bring fuel prices back to stable levels as soon as possible. According to him, the current policy is temporary and designed to manage supply pressure during price fluctuations.
Authorities believe the new system will help reduce overcrowding at petrol stations and ensure equal access for all drivers. They also expect better organization in fuel distribution under the updated rules.
The directive is part of broader efforts to regulate fuel markets and respond to recent price increases in commercial petrol. Officials say continuous monitoring will remain in place until market conditions stabilize.
