OFACFinal RuleJanuary 20, 2026

Transnational Criminal Organizations Sanctions Regulations Web General License 1

Finance & BankingOther

Summary

This regulation allows certain financial transactions with people and organizations connected to transnational criminal groups under specific conditions approved by the U.S. government. It's designed to give the Treasury Department flexibility in enforcing sanctions while still targeting dangerous criminal networks.

Key Points

1OFAC (the Treasury Department's sanctions office) can issue special licenses that permit otherwise-banned dealings with transnational criminal organizations in limited circumstances
2The regulation applies to individuals, businesses, and financial institutions that would normally be prohibited from doing business with sanctioned criminal groups
3Transactions must be specifically authorized in writing and cannot proceed without proper government approval
4The rule balances national security concerns with practical business needs, allowing exceptions when it serves U.S. interests
5Violating the terms of any granted license can result in civil penalties and criminal charges

Key Dates

Published

January 20, 2026

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This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.