OFAC sanctions program
Russia — EO 14024 (Harmful Foreign Activities)
EO 14024 is the primary modern authority for Russia-related blocking sanctions, authorizing designations over Russia's harmful foreign activities including the actions against Ukraine. It is the legal basis for a large share of current Russia SDN designations.
Program at a glance
| Program code | RUS-EO14024 |
|---|---|
| Legal authority | Executive Order 14024 (April 2021, as amended); Russia sanctions regulations |
| Scope | Russia / Sovereignty |
| Designation volume | Approximately 4,000+ SDN designations across the Russia program |
Who and what it targets
Russian banks (including major financial institutions), oligarchs and their holding companies, defense and technology firms, and entities supporting the Russian government. Secondary-sanctions exposure extends to certain non-US persons.
Relevance to AI agents
Russia is the most active program by designation volume and changes frequently. Payment agents handling cross-border or crypto flows must screen every Russia-connected counterparty, as new designations land continuously and prior-clean wallets become sanctioned overnight.
Frequently asked questions
Is all of Russia sanctioned under EO 14024?
No. Russia is not under a comprehensive embargo. EO 14024 designates specific banks, firms, and individuals; counterparty-level screening is required rather than a blanket jurisdiction block.
Does EO 14024 have secondary sanctions?
Yes. Certain conduct with EO 14024-designated parties can expose non-US persons to secondary sanctions, even without a US nexus.
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