Definition
Compliance with international sanctions regimes.
Context
Sanctions compliance refers to adherence to national and international sanctions regimes, particularly concerning individuals, organisations, and states, and is closely linked to anti-money laundering (AML), know your customer (KYC), as well as transaction monitoring and screening processes. It is critical for financial institutions and globally operating companies with elevated regulatory exposure.
Meaning
Violations can lead to severe legal, financial, and reputational consequences and therefore represent a key compliance risk.
Example
Blocked payment to sanctioned entity.
Suggested citation
wirtschaftsforensik.ch Editorial Team: "Sanctions Compliance", in: Glossary, wirtschaftsforensik.ch, https://wirtschaftsforensik.ch/glossar/sanctions-compliance/, accessed April 18, 2026.