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… Download for quick reference Snapshot: ISIL (Da'esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions frameworks [DOCX 145 KB] Snapshot: ISIL (Da'esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions frameworks [PDF 218 KB] Why are sanctions imposed? Australia has implemented the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida sanctions …
… Download for quick reference Snapshot: Serious violations or serious abuses of human rights sanctions framework [DOCX 146 KB] Snapshot: Serious violations or serious abuses of human rights sanctions framework [PDF 225 KB] Why are sanctions imposed? Australia established a thematic autonomous sanctions framework in relation to serious violations or …
… Download for quick reference Snapshot: Central African Republic (CAR) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) sanctions frameworks [DOCX 145 KB] Snapshot: Central African Republic (CAR) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) sanctions frameworks [PDF 306 KB] Why are sanctions imposed? In 2013, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) imposed sanctions in relation to the Central African …
… First published: 6 December 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 that commonly apply to Australian Government (Commonwealth) agencies but does not cover all possible sanctions risks. Users should consider all applicable sanctions measures and seek independent legal advice. This document …
… for Foreign Affairs (the Minister) has by legislative instrument designated persons and entities for targeted financial sanctions and declared persons for travel bans (together, 'listed') in accordance with item 6A of regulation 6 (the Russia Criteria) of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011 (the Regulations). The 37 persons and 7 entities listed have been added to DFAT's Consolidated … Contact details to request further information or to make a submission or apply to revoke listing By email to: sanctions@dfat.gov.au . By post to: Director, Australian Sanctions Office Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade RG Casey …
… Following a referral from the Australian Sanctions Office, the Australian Federal Police has charged a western Sydney man for allegedly sending funds to designated entities in contravention of Australian sanctions laws. The offence carries a maximum penalty of ten years’ imprisonment, or a fine of up to $825,000, or three … of the contravening transaction. The man is expected to appear in court today. … Following a referral from the Australian Sanctions Office, the Australian Federal Police has charged a western Sydney man for allegedly sending funds to designated …
… Download a copy Identifying sanctions risks in Iran’s shadow banking network [PDF 557 KB] Date: 12 December 2025 This Advisory Note is produced by the Australian Sanctions Office (ASO) and the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) to inform the regulated community of a developing issue presenting significant sanctions and AML/CTF risk. It provides a summary of relevant sanctions laws but does not cover all possible sanctions …
… New listings In accordance with regulation 6A(4) of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011 (the Regulations), the Minister for Foreign Affairs (the Minister) has designated the following individuals for targeted financial sanctions and declared them for travel bans (together 'listed'). Serious violations or serious abuses of human rights (4) … Contact details to request further information or to make a submission or apply to revoke listing By email to: sanctions@dfat.gov.au . By post to: Director, Australian Sanctions Office Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade RG Casey …
… 502 KB] First published: 24 February 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 ). This document should not be used as a substitute for legal advice. Users are responsible for ensuring compliance with sanctions laws. Overview This guidance note details the restrictions on exporting certain goods to Russia and specified … vehicles and equipment, spare parts and accessories for any of those things, and paramilitary equipment. Australian Sanctions Office The Australian Sanctions Office ( ASO ) is the Australian Government's sanctions regulator. The ASO sits …
… Download a copy Sanctions risks with gold smuggling [PDF 344 KB] Date: 06 November 2025 This Advisory Note is produced by the Australian Sanctions Office (ASO) and the Australian Border Force (ABF) to inform the regulated community of a developing issue presenting significant sanctions risk. It provides a summary of relevant sanctions laws but does not cover all possible sanctions risks. Users …