Sanctions update: UK Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies align with latest UK measures
03 Sep 2025
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The UK Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies have updated their sanctions lists to align with the latest UK measures against Russia.
Financial institutions are required to:
- Evaluate their exposure to newly listed entities,
- Freeze any relevant assets
- Report actions to the Reporting Authority.
Failure to comply could result in significant penalties, highlighting the need for prompt action. Institutions should review updates frequently to ensure compliance.
Stay informed by reviewing the updated lists:
- BVI Financial Services Commission – the latest notice being Sanctions Circular No. 67 of 2025 of 20 August 2025, here.
- Cayman Islands Monetary Authority – the latest notice dated 28 August 2025, here.
- Bermuda Monetary Authority – the latest notice dated 21 August 2025, here.
- Jersey Financial Services Commission – the latest notice dated 21 August 2025, here.
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