OFACSanctions / OFACMay 22, 2026

OFAC Sanctions New Persons and Vessels — SDN List Updated

OFAC has added one or more individuals and vessels to the SDN List, blocking all their U.S.-jurisdictional property and prohibiting U.S. persons from transacting with them; the vessels are identified as property of a blocked person. Crypto exchanges, payment processors, and financial institutions must screen not only individuals and entities but also vessel identifiers, which can appear in trade finance and cross-border payment contexts. Failure to screen vessel-related SDN entries is an overlooked compliance gap.

What to do

Update your sanctions screening system with the latest SDN List additions, including any vessel identifiers, and verify your screening tool is configured to flag vessel names and IMO numbers if your business has any exposure to trade or cross-border payments.

Who this affects

Crypto ExchangeCrypto CustodianMoney Services BusinessPayments CompanyFintech / NeobankBank / Credit UnionTrust CompanyBroker-Dealer / RIA

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