EU Sanctions Helpdesk
Support for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in the EU in Complying with Sanctions
Do you operate in international markets and are unsure whether your business partner, transaction, or specific business activity is subject to EU sanctions?
The EU Sanctions Helpdesk helps small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) better navigate EU sanctions regulations and fulfill their compliance obligations. It offers free information, practical resources, and individualized support for vetting business partners and specific transactions.
How can the EU Sanctions Helpdesk assist you?
You can use the EU Sanctions Helpdesk, for example, if:
- You have a general question regarding compliance with EU sanctions,
- you need to assess a business partner or another party involved in a transaction,
- are unsure whether a specific business activity is subject to EU sanctions,
- you need to understand how sanctions apply in relation to a specific country,
- you want to mitigate risks related to specific countries or business situations.
What does the EU Sanctions Helpdesk offer?
Information and Resources
On the EU Sanctions Helpdesk website, you will find a wide range of materials, including information resources on EU sanctions and practical country-specific guides.
Support for Sanctions Compliance
For those who are unable to conduct independent due diligence on their own, the EU Sanctions Helpdesk provides support in assessing business partners and transactions. This assistance is intended primarily for SMEs that need to better assess a specific situation and gain greater certainty that their business activities comply with EU sanctions.
How to Use the Service?
Follow these four steps
- Check out the EU Sanctions Helpdesk website, where you’ll find information on sanctions and other tips.
- If you have a specific question or need individual assistance, click the “Get Support” button
- When filling out the form, the Helpdesk will prompt you to provide the necessary information.
- The Helpdesk team will review your request and let you know the next steps.
Get a response within a few days
You can expect an initial response to your inquiry within 2 business days. Some inquiries are resolved quickly, while others may require further investigation. If the Help Desk team needs additional information or has further questions, they will contact you before finalizing the report.
Questions may be submitted in Czech, but responses are provided in English.
All EU Sanctions Helpdesk services are free of charge.
Would you like to learn more about the Helpdesk?
Download informational materials in Czech or sign up for the Helpdesk newsletter.