The Sanctions Codex – Lite Edition

Overview

The Sanctions Codex – Lite Edition distills global sanctions compliance into one practical, easy-to-follow guide. It combines risk-based tiering with clear screening workflows to help professionals quickly assess exposure and act confidently.

Developed by ComplySphere Advisory, this resource is trusted by compliance teams, MLROs, and risk officers worldwide.

What’s Inside

✅ Top 50 Sanctions Lists & Authorities – Covering OFAC, OFSI, EU, UN, FATF, DFAT, SECO, and 40+ global regulators.
✅ Tiered Risk Model (1A–4) – Understand what triggers a freeze, escalation, or monitoring response.
✅ Screening Workflow Guide – Step-by-step guidance for KYC, transaction monitoring, and escalation.
✅ Quick Reference Summary Page – Colour-coded list of all 50 sanctions regimes with tier, risk, and action level.
✅ Action Trigger Matrix – Practical checklist for investigators and compliance teams.
✅ Official Sanctions Resource Links – Direct access to OFAC, EU, UN, and FATF portals.
✅ ComplySphere Framework Alignment – Structured to integrate easily with policies, registers, and toolkits.

Who It’s For

🎯 Financial Institutions & Payment Firms – Enhance sanctions controls without complex systems.
🎯 Fintechs & Crypto Firms – Build quick compliance baselines.
🎯 Corporates & SMEs – Demonstrate sanctions awareness to banks, clients, or regulators.
🎯 Consultants & Compliance Trainers – Use it as a benchmark or teaching reference.

Benefits

• Clear operational focus — no legal jargon.

• Suitable for any jurisdiction.

• Integrates with existing AML/KYC frameworks.

• Instant access, no subscription required.

Legal Disclaimer

This eBook is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, regulatory, or financial advice.
Sanctions regimes and lists change frequently — readers must verify information with official sources before acting.
All compliance decisions remain the responsibility of the reader and their organisation.