Treasury Lifts Sanctions on Select Individuals Overnight
Published Date: 7/1/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC just took some folks off their special sanctions list, meaning these people are no longer blocked or restricted. This change frees up money and business opportunities for those removed, starting right now. If you’ve been watching this list, it’s time to update your records and keep an eye on future moves!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Removed from OFAC SDN List — Access Restored
If a person was removed from OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN) List, they are no longer blocked or restricted and can access previously blocked funds and pursue business opportunities starting right now. The U.S. Treasury published the names of the persons removed from the SDN List.
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Related Federal Register Documents
2026-16573, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
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2026-16153, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Actions
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2026-15996, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
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2026-15849, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
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2026-15785, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
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2026-15356, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
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