Treasury Drops Six New Terror Sanctions Web Licenses
Published Date: 7/9/2025
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Summary
The Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control just released six updated general licenses that affect people and businesses dealing with certain foreign terrorist groups. These changes clarify what’s allowed and what’s not, helping folks avoid trouble while following the rules. The updates kick in right away and could impact financial transactions tied to these groups.
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3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
OFAC Publishes Six General Licenses
The Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control published six updated general licenses: GLs 22A, 23A, 24A, 25A, 26A, and 28A under the Global Terrorism Sanctions Regulations and Foreign Terrorist Organizations Sanctions Regulations. The publication is effective immediately.
Clarifies What Is Allowed or Prohibited
The updated general licenses clarify what activities are allowed and what activities are prohibited when dealing with certain foreign terrorist groups, which helps people and businesses avoid violating sanctions. The clarifications are part of GLs 22A, 23A, 24A, 25A, 26A, and 28A.
Financial Transactions May Be Affected
The updates could impact financial transactions tied to certain foreign terrorist groups, meaning payments, transfers, or other dealings involving those groups may be treated differently under the new GLs. These changes are tied to GLs 22A, 23A, 24A, 25A, 26A, and 28A and are effective immediately.
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