# Sanctions Evasion

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Freight forwarders, customs brokers, and exporters face sanctions evasion liability when goods, funds, or services are deliberately routed to neutralise the effect of applicable measures—export bans, asset freezes, or trade restrictions imposed by governments or international bodies.

Freight forwarders, customs brokers, and exporters face sanctions evasion liability when goods, funds, or services are deliberately routed to neutralise the effect of applicable measures—export bans, asset freezes, or trade restrictions imposed by governments or international bodies. Common schemes include transshipment through third countries, the use of front companies as intermediaries, and falsification of origin or consignee details in shipping documents. Sanctions evasion is a serious criminal offence carrying custodial sentences, substantial fines, and denial of export privileges. Liability extends beyond the direct actor: business partners who knew or should have known of the evasion face exposure under enforcement frameworks applied by authorities such as OFAC and the European Commission. Robust screening against current sanctions lists—EU, OFAC, and UN—combined with end-use controls and meticulous record-keeping, forms the backbone of any effective export compliance programme.

**Source:** [https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/financial-sanctions/sanctions-evasion](https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/financial-sanctions/sanctions-evasion)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Sanctions Evasion |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 134 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/financial-sanctions/sanctions-evasion |

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