Frequently Asked Questions

639. Why are some persons that had been blocked solely pursuant to E.O. 13599 now designated pursuant to other authorities, such as E.O. 13224 and E.O. 13382?

… proliferation), and E.O. 13553 (relating to serious human rights abuses by the Government of Iran) on October 16, 2018, and November 5, 2018. These included persons that had been removed … on November 5, 2018 as persons identified as meeting the definitions of the “Government of… Read more

171. Does the NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act) repeal or amend Section 104(c) of CISADA (the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act)?

… Defense Authorization Act) repeal or amend Section 104(c) of CISADA (the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act)? …

630. Is the provision or delivery of goods or services to an Iranian counterparty after November 4, 2018 allowed?

… that allow for the sale of agricultural commodities, food, medicine, and medical devices to Iran by U.S. persons and non-U.S. persons. However, these authorizations and exceptions do not … Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN List) that have been designated in connection with… Read more

233. Isn’t the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) already subject to sanctions?

… products to NIOC that fall below the dollar threshold that could trigger sanctions under the Iran Sanctions Act ). Executive Order 13622 also provides authority for the Secretary of the … Executive Order 13622. In addition, NIOC was already blocked as an entity of the Government… Read more

158. Can the application of any part(s) of the Iranian Financial Sanctions Regulations (IFSR) be waived by the Department of the Treasury?

… 158 … The Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act (CISADA) provides for a waiver of the …

191. What does Executive Order 13608 “Prohibiting Certain Transactions with and Suspending Entry into the United States of Foreign Sanctions Evaders with Respect to Iran and Syria” do?

… to violate, conspired to violate, or caused a violation of U.S. sanctions on Syria or Iran. This E.O. also gives Treasury the authority to impose sanctions on foreign persons who have … with and Suspending Entry into the United States of Foreign Sanctions Evaders with Respect to… Read more

241. What are the major changes that the Iranian Transaction and Sanctions Regulations (ITSR) implement in superseding the Iranian Transaction Regulations (ITR)?

… 241 … The ITSR block the property and interests in property of the Government of Iran and all Iranian financial institutions that come within the possession or control of any … of the Federal Government and the property and interests in property of the Government of Iran… Read more

173. Are there any exceptions to the sanctions provisions in the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (as amended) (NDAA for FY 2012)?

… conducting or facilitating a transaction for the sale of food, medicine, or medical devices to Iran.” … Are there any exceptions to the sanctions provisions in the National Defense …

212. Does this finding affect Bank of Kunlun's branches or subsidiaries around the world? Does this finding affect any holding companies?

… 212 … Context Information: This FAQ is associated with the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010 (CISADA) . The prohibitions …

179. Does the definition of “significant financial transaction” exclude the passive holding of Central Bank of Iran (CBI) reserves? Is the U.S. willing to give assurances that this will not be a basis for sanctions?

… of “significant financial transaction” exclude the passive holding of Central Bank of Iran (CBI) reserves? Is the U.S. willing to give assurances that this will not be a basis for …

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