OFAC Magnitsky Sanctions
OFAC Magnitsky Sanctions is a sanctions program maintained by Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) targeting Russia. It imposes financial restrictions and asset freeze.
Last updated 3 Aug 2026
Overview
The Magnitsky Sanctions implement the Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012, which authorizes sanctions against persons responsible for the detention, abuse, or death of Sergei Magnitsky, as well as those involved in concealing legal liability for his treatment and persons responsible for extrajudicial killings, torture, or other gross violations of human rights.
Targeted country
Legal bases
- Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012 - Public Law 112-208
- International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), 50 U.S.C. §§ 1701-1706
- 31 CFR Part 584 - Magnitsky Act Sanctions Regulations
Official resources
Publication of Humanitarian Sanctions Regulations Amendment and General Licenses (Nongovernmental Organizations, Agricultural, and Medicine)
Magnitsky Act Sanctions Regulations
Licenses for Legal Fees and Costs - Guidance on the Release of Limited Amounts of Blocked Funds for Payment of Legal Fees and Costs Incurred in Challenging the Blocking of U.S. Persons in Administrative or Civil Proceedings
31 CFR Part 584 - Magnitsky Act Sanctions Regulations
Publication of United States Government and International Organizations Official Business Sanctions Regulations Amendment and General Licenses
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