Title: Croatian Authorities Crack Down on Sanctions Violations: Penalties, Regulations, and Contact Information
About Croatia’s Sanctions Regime
Croatia, as a European Union (EU) member state, enforces international sanctions in line with its legal framework. The country implements UN, EU, and other international organization restrictive measures. While Croatia does not operate an autonomous sanctions regime, it is bound by international law and EU regulations.
Nature of Sanctions Regime
- Croatian authorities follow international restrictive measures outlined in UN, EU, and other international organizations’ legal acts.
- Measures can include: termination of diplomatic and economic relations, import/export restrictions, arms embargoes, asset freezes, and restrictions on entry into the country.
Sanctioned Persons and Entities
- Croatia utilizes EU and international lists for enforcing sanctions, updated regularly.
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs maintains a database of enforced sanctions.
Licensing and Authorization
- As per the Croatian Act on International Restrictive Measures, the Ministry of Finance can authorize specific financial transactions.
- This pertains to assets of financial institutions based in countries subject to restrictive measures.
Consequences of Sanctions Breaches
- Individuals or entities breaching Croatia’s sanctions regulations face penalties.
- Violations of partial or total import/export restrictions, transport restrictions, arms embargoes, or communication restrictions: monetary fines or prison sentences ranging from six months to five years.
- Violations of other restrictive measures: fines or prison sentences of up to three years.
- Negligent violations: sentences of up to six months.
Regulators and Contact Information
| Regulator | Address | Phone | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs | Trg N. Š. Zrinskog 7-8, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia | (+385) 1 4569 964 | kabinet.ministrice@mvep.hr | www.mvep.hr |
Important Note:
This information is provided as a guide only and should not be considered legal advice. Eversheds Sutherland assumes no responsibility for any actions taken based on the content of this document. Always consult with a legal professional for specific advice on your situation.
Further Information
For comprehensive information on sanctions regulations and enforcement in other countries, please visit our sanctions database.