Syria cultural property sanctions regime
Syria cultural property sanctions regime is a sanctions program maintained by Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (UK) targeting Syria. It imposes financial restrictions and trade restrictions.
Last updated 11 Jun 2026
Overview
UK sanctions regime prohibiting the import, export, supply, delivery, making available or acquisition of illegally removed Syrian cultural property, implementing UN obligations.
Targeted country
Legal bases
- The Syria (United Nations Sanctions) (Cultural Property) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
- Sanctions Act 2018