International Sanctions Searches
Identify Global Sanctions Risks with Trusted International Screening
Duly Noted provides comprehensive international sanctions searches to help organizations identify individuals, companies, vessels, and organizations that may be subject to government sanctions, trade restrictions, or international watchlists.
Whether you’re onboarding a new client, evaluating a third-party business relationship, conducting due diligence, or supporting anti-money laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements, our international sanctions searches help organizations reduce compliance risk and make informed business decisions.
Why International Sanctions Searches Matter
Conducting international sanctions searches helps organizations identify potential risks before entering into business relationships, completing transactions, or expanding into new markets.
International sanctions screening supports:
- Regulatory compliance
- AML and KYC programs
- Third-party due diligence
- Cross-border transactions
- International trade
- Corporate investigations
- Vendor and supplier screening
- Customer onboarding
International Sanctions Sources
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U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
Search U.S. sanctions programs covering individuals, companies, vessels, organizations, and countries subject to U.S. economic and trade sanctions.
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United Nations Security Council (UN)
Identify sanctions issued by the United Nations involving terrorism, arms embargoes, travel restrictions, and asset freezes.
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European Union Consolidated Sanctions
Review EU sanctions affecting individuals, organizations, financial institutions, and entities operating within international markets.
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United Kingdom Financial Sanctions (OFSI)
Search sanctions administered by the UK's Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI), including asset freezes and financial restrictions.
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Canadian Sanctions
Research sanctions issued under Canada's international sanctions legislation and related government authorities.
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Australian Sanctions
Review Australian sanctions affecting international trade, financial transactions, and designated persons and organizations.
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Additional International Sanctions Lists
Depending on the assignment, searches may include other government sanctions authorities and international watchlists relevant to your due diligence requirements.
Why Organizations Request International Sanctions Searches
Customer due diligence
Vendor screening
Third-party risk management
International mergers and acquisitions
Banking and financial services
Corporate compliance
International trade
Investment due diligence
Legal investigations
Cross-border business transactions
Why Choose Duly Noted
International Research Expertise
Our experienced research team conducts international sanctions screening across multiple jurisdictions to support organizations operating globally.
Comprehensive Due Diligence
International sanctions searches can be combined with PEP searches, adverse media research, litigation searches, company searches, regulatory searches, and other due diligence services.
Accurate and Reliable Research
Every assignment is performed using authoritative public sources with careful attention to accuracy and detail.
Tailored Research Solutions
Searches can be customized to meet your organization's compliance, legal, investigative, or due diligence requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an international sanctions search?
An international sanctions search identifies individuals, companies, organizations, or vessels that may appear on government sanctions lists or international watchlists maintained by regulatory authorities around the world.
Why are sanctions searches important?
Sanctions screening helps organizations reduce compliance risk, support AML and KYC programs, and avoid conducting business with sanctioned parties.
Which sanctions authorities do you search?
Depending on your requirements, searches may include OFAC, the United Nations, the European Union, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and other international sanctions authorities.
Is this different from a regulatory search?
Yes. Regulatory searches focus primarily on enforcement actions and disciplinary records maintained by regulatory agencies. International sanctions searches focus on government sanctions lists and international restrictions.
Who requests sanctions searches?
Law firms, financial institutions, multinational corporations, compliance teams, investigators, government contractors, and professional service firms regularly request sanctions screening.
Can sanctions searches be combined with other due diligence services?
Yes. Many clients combine sanctions searches with PEP searches, adverse media research, company searches, litigation searches, and regulatory searches for a more comprehensive due diligence review.
Can Are sanctions searches useful for international business?Media Searches support supplier due diligence?
Yes. Organizations expanding internationally often conduct sanctions screening before entering new markets, onboarding customers, or establishing business relationships.
Can searches be customized?
Absolutely. Every search can be tailored to meet your organization’s specific compliance or investigative requirements.
How often should sanctions searches be performed?
Many organizations perform sanctions screening during onboarding and periodically thereafter as part of their ongoing compliance program.
How do I request an international sanctions search?
Contact Duly Noted with your requirements, and we’ll recommend the most appropriate sanctions screening solution for your business.