OpenSanctions
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OpenSanctions DefaultSanctions, regulatory and PEP sourcesPolitically Exposed PersonsPolitical office-holders and their close associates
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OpenSanctions APISanctions and PEP screeningOn-premise deploymentMake the database come to you
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FAQ

OpenSanctions is free for non-commercial users. Businesses must acquire a data license to use the dataset.

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Frequently asked questions

You can find answers to the most common questions about OpenSanctions here, including detailed information about the structure of the database, the commercial product, and technical details of the API and bulk data.

Commercial#

  • Why do I need to provide a VAT number when subscribing to the hosted API?
  • Which questions will our team go over with you before licensing?
  • Can I buy only parts of the data collection?
  • Is OpenSanctions a sanctions screening tool?
  • Do you offer CRM integrations?
  • Why do I have to pay for the data if I can just download it?
  • Can I use the website for commercial purposes?
  • Why should I use OpenSanctions?
  • What is the value-add from OpenSanctions?
  • What do people use OpenSanctions for?
  • Can we set up a custom agreement for using the data? (Red-line policy)
  • What OpenSanctions license type does my use case fall under?
  • Who is exempted from commercial licensing?
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