Unauthorised drilling activities sanctions

UKasset freezetravel ban

Unauthorised drilling activities sanctions is a sanctions program maintained by Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (UK) targeting Cyprus. It imposes asset freeze and travel ban.

Last updated 3 Aug 2026

Overview

Thematic sanctions regime targeting designated persons involved in unauthorised drilling activities in the Eastern Mediterranean, including asset freeze and travel ban.

Targeted country

Cyprus

Legal bases

The Unauthorised Drilling Activities in the Eastern Mediterranean (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020
Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018

Official resources

Unauthorised drilling activities sanctions: statutory guidance

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