Frequently asked questions

You can use OpenSanctions for a broad set of purposes, including sanctions screening, know-your-customer checks, and investigations. The data is in active use by financial services companies, technology vendors and governments.

If you use OpenSanctions for your business, you must acquire a data license to guarantee the continued development and operation of the database. Screening your own clients or suppliers is a commercial use that requires a license, even though it generates no revenue. Non-commercial use — research, journalism, personal projects — is free; see free and non-commercial use.

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