- … Why are vessel sanctions imposed? Australia has imposed sanctions on vessels in response to situations of international concern, including in response to Russia's invasion of … registered in the DPRK, as well as other vessels connected to the DPRK. The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) sanctions framework includes details on DPRK vessel restrictions. What is the effect of a vessel sanction? Designating a …https://dfat.gov.au/international-relations/security/sanctions/sanctioned-vessels-framework
- … Download for quick reference Snapshot: Serious corruption sanctions framework [DOCX 145 KB] Snapshot: Serious corruption sanctions framework [PDF 223 KB] Why are sanctions imposed? Australia established a thematic autonomous sanctions framework in relation to serious corruption on 21 …https://dfat.gov.au/international-relations/security/sanctions/sanctions-regimes/serious-corruption-sanctions-framework
- … Download for quick reference Snapshot: Guinea-Bissau sanctions framework [DOCX 142 KB] Snapshot: Guinea-Bissau sanctions framework [PDF 207 KB] Why are sanctions imposed? In 2012, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) imposed sanctions in relation to Guinea-Bissau in …https://dfat.gov.au/international-relations/security/sanctions/sanctions-regimes/guinea-bissau-sanctions-framework
- … musicians and sports professionals [PDF 461 KB] Date: 11 June 2025 This Advisory note is produced by the Australian Sanctions Office (ASO) within the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). It provides a summary of a potential risk identified by the ASO but does not cover all possible sanctions risks. Users should consider all applicable sanctions measures and seek independent legal advice. This document should not be used as a substitute for legal advice. …https://dfat.gov.au/international-relations/security/sanctions/guidance/touring-companies-musicians-and-sports-professionals
- … and events in Australia [PDF 637 KB] Published: 24 February 2026 This Guidance Note has been produced by the Australian Sanctions Office ( ASO ) within the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade ( DFAT ). It provides a summary of relevant sanctions laws and risks that may arise in organising conferences in Australia with international participation. Please note that this guidance note does not cover all possible sanctions risks. Users should consider all applicable sanctions measures and seek independent legal advice when considering …https://dfat.gov.au/international-relations/security/sanctions/guidance-note/hosting-conferences-and-events-australia
- … [PDF 402 KB] First published: 11 June 2025 - updated: 12 September 2025 This Guidance Note is produced by the Australian Sanctions Office (ASO) within the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). It provides a summary of relevant sanctions laws but does not cover all possible sanctions risks. Users should consider all applicable sanctions measures and seek independent legal advice. This document …https://dfat.gov.au/international-relations/security/sanctions/guidance/fintech-and-defi-sector
- … 467 KB] First published: 27 August 2025 - updated: 12 September 2025 This Guidance Note is produced by the Australian Sanctions Office (ASO) within the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). It provides a summary of relevant sanctions laws but does not cover all possible sanctions risks. Users should consider all applicable sanctions measures and seek independent legal advice. This document …https://dfat.gov.au/international-relations/security/sanctions/guidance-note/guidance-note-humanitarian-sector
- … sector [PDF 474 KB] Date: 27 August 2025 - updated: 24 February 2026 The Guidance Note is produced by the Australian Sanctions Office (ASO) within the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). It provides a summary of relevant sanctions laws but does not cover all possible sanctions risks. Users should consider all applicable sanctions measures and seek independent legal advice. This document …https://dfat.gov.au/international-relations/security/sanctions/guidance-note/guidance-note-securities-and-investments-sector
- … - Mining and machinery export sectors [PDF 446 KB] Date: 27 August 2025 This Guidance note is produced by the Australian Sanctions Office (ASO) within the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). It provides a summary of relevant sanctions laws but does not cover all possible sanctions risks. Users should consider all applicable sanctions measures. This document should not be used as a substitute …https://dfat.gov.au/international-relations/security/sanctions/guidance/guidance-note-mining-and-machinery-export-sectors
- … [PDF 508 KB] First published: 11 June 2024 - updated: 12 September 2025 This Guidance note is produced by the Australian Sanctions Office (ASO) within the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). It provides a summary of relevant sanctions laws but does not cover all possible sanctions risks. Users should consider all applicable sanctions measures and seek independent legal advice. This document …https://dfat.gov.au/international-relations/security/sanctions/remittance-service-providers