Global Sanctions Index — Europe Regional Sanctions Guide

EU Sanctions Guide

A higher weighted score means it is easier to comply with a country's sanctions list. A lower score means it is more difficult to comply with sanctions. A score of zero means a country has no autonomous sanctions list. The weighted score is derived from the data integrity, data delivery, and guidance scores. Read more about the methodology here.

1. Does the European Union have an autonomous sanctions list?
   Yes.
   

1. What is the name of the EU’s sanctions list?
   The consolidated sanctions list is the primary sanctions list of the EU adopted as part of the bloc’s Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP).
   

2. Who maintains the EU’s sanctions list?
   The Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) Council of the European Council adopts sanctions based on proposals submitted by the High Representative of Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.
   

3. Does the EU adhere to UN sanctions?
   Yes. Through EU legislation, EU member states are mandated to implement UN sanctions.
   

4. Does the EU implement any other international sanctions regimes?
   No.