Guidance

Interception and monitoring prohibitions in sanctions: technical guidance

Interception and monitoring prohibitions in sanctions made under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018.

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UK sanctions on Russia, Belarus, Myanmar (Burma), Iran, Syria and Venezuela include prohibitions in relation to items that could be used to intercept communications, as well as related services.

This guidance provides further information on the meaning of specific terms used in the schedules to these regulations. If in doubt, exporters should ensure that they seek appropriate technical and legal advice on whether their activity is prohibited.

Published 20 February 2019
Last updated 17 October 2023 + show all updates
  1. Added Russia to the list of countries where we have sanctions regimes.

  2. Addition of link to Belarus sanctions page.

  3. First published.