OFAC Democratic Republic of the Congo-Related Sanctions
OFAC Democratic Republic of the Congo-Related Sanctions is a sanctions program maintained by Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) targeting Congo (DRC). It imposes asset freeze, trade restrictions, arms embargo and financial restrictions.
Last updated 3 Aug 2026
Overview
Sanctions program addressing the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo by blocking property of persons contributing to the conflict, including armed groups, militias, and those providing support to such groups. Implements UN Security Council Resolutions regarding the illicit flow of weapons in the DRC.
Targeted country
Legal bases
- Executive Order 13671 - Taking Additional Steps to Address the National Emergency With Respect to the Conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (July 08, 2014)
- Executive Order 13413 - Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (October 30, 2006)
- International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), 50 U.S.C. §§ 1701-1706
- National Emergencies Act (NEA), 50 U.S.C. §§ 1601-1651
- Section 5 of the United Nations Participation Act of 1945 (UNPA), 22 U.S.C. § 287c
- 31 CFR Part 547 - Democratic Republic of the Congo Sanctions Regulations
- UN Security Council Resolution 1698 (July 31, 2006)
- UN Security Council Resolution 1649 (December 21, 2005)
- UN Security Council Resolution 1596 (April 18, 2005)
Official resources
31 CFR Part 547 - Democratic Republic of the Congo Sanctions Regulations
OFAC Frequently Asked Questions
EO 13671 - Taking Additional Steps to Address the National Emergency With Respect to the Conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Publication of a Democratic Republic of the Congo Sanctions Regulations Web General License
EO 13413 - Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Publication of Humanitarian Sanctions Regulations Amendment and General Licenses (Nongovernmental Organizations, Agricultural, and Medicine)
Amendment of the Democratic Republic of the Congo Sanctions Regulations
Democratic Republic of the Congo General License 2 - Authorizing Transactions Related to Agricultural Commodities, Medicine, Medical Devices, Replacement Parts and Components, Software Updates, or Clinical Trials
UNSCR 1649 - Reiterating serious concern regarding the continuation of hostilities by militias and foreign armed groups in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Overview of Sanctions - Democratic Republic of the Congo-Related Sanctions Brochure
Guidance on the Provision of Certain Services Relating to the Requirements of U.S. Sanctions Laws
Entities Owned By Blocked Persons - Guidance On Entities Owned By Persons Whose Property and Interests In Property Are Blocked
Publication of United States Government and International Organizations Official Business Sanctions Regulations Amendment and General Licenses
New regulations to implement Executive Order 13413
UNSCR 1698 - Condemning the continuing illicit flow of weapons within and into the Democratic Republic of the Congo
UNSCR 1596 - Reiterating serious concern regarding the presence of armed groups and militias in the Eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Licenses for Legal Fees and Costs - Guidance on the Release of Limited Amounts of Blocked Funds for Payment of Legal Fees and Costs