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US Sanctions List for Belarus: What You Need to Know

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued a series of sanctions against Belarus, targeting individuals and entities deemed to be undermining democratic processes or institutions in the country. Here’s an overview of the latest developments and what you need to know.

Sanctions Brochures

For quick reference, OFAC has released brochures outlining its regulations for the Belarus Sanctions program. These brochures provide a comprehensive overview of the sanctions and related policies.

Frequently Asked Questions

OFAC has compiled hundreds of frequently asked questions (FAQs) about its sanctions programs and related policies. The FAQs are available on the agency’s website and cover topics such as:

  • Licensing
  • General licenses
  • And more

Belarus Sanctions FAQ Topic Page

The Belarus Sanctions FAQ topic page provides a comprehensive guide to OFAC’s regulations and policies related to the Belarus Sanctions program.

Directives and Guidance

OFAC has issued several directives and guidance documents regarding the Belarus Sanctions program. These documents provide insight into specific issues and topics, including:

  • Directive 1 under Executive Order 14038
  • Interpretive Guidance on the Provision of Certain Services Relating to the Requirements of U.S. Sanctions Laws
  • Guidance on Entities Owned By Blocked Persons
  • Guidance on the Blocking of Property of Certain Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Belarus

General Licenses

OFAC has issued several general licenses authorizing activities that would otherwise be prohibited under the Belarus Sanctions program. These general licenses include:

  • General License 8 - Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Joint Stock Company Byelorussian Steel Works Management Company of Holding Byelorussian Metallurgical Company
  • General License 9 - Authorizing Transactions Related to Civil Aviation Safety or the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Open Joint Stock Company Belavia Belarusian Airlines
  • General License 10 - Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Tabak Invest LLC

Licensing Policy

OFAC has issued guidance and statements on specific licensing policies related to the Belarus Sanctions program, including:

  • Licenses for Legal Fees and Costs
  • Entities Owned By Blocked Persons
  • Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Belarus

The Belarus Sanctions program is based on multiple legal authorities, including executive orders, public laws, and regulations. These authorities are codified by OFAC in its regulations, which are published in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).