Somalia sanctions regime

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Somalia sanctions regime is a sanctions program maintained by Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (UK) targeting Somalia. It imposes financial restrictions, trade restrictions, asset freeze, arms embargo and travel ban.

Last updated 11 Jun 2026

Overview

UK sanctions regime targeting designated persons and arms flows connected with Somalia, implementing UN obligations. Includes ban on charcoal imports.

Targeted country

Somalia

Legal bases

The Somalia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
Sanctions Act 2018

Official resources

Somalia sanctions: statutory guidance

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