UNICORN PRIVATE What is Australia's DFAT sanctions list and how do you check it?
In short
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade publishes a consolidated list of sanctioned people and entities.
It covers both UN sanctions applied by Australia and Australian autonomous sanctions.
You check it if you trade with Australia or work with Australian partners.
What the list contains
The list names individuals and entities subject to targeted financial sanctions and travel bans under Australian law.
Each entry shows names, aliases, identifiers and the sanctions regime.
Who must check it
It matters for:
- Persons and companies in Australia and Australians abroad.
- Exporters and importers that trade with Australia.
- Banks, payment providers and mining or energy companies with Australian links.
Fines and penalties
We do not show an amount for this list because we have not verified one. The penalties are set by the national law that applies to your company: read the official source and ask your legal advisor.
Live data from our copy of the list
- Australia DFAT Consolidated List: Entries in the copy we check: 0
Official source
How Unicorn Intelligence checks it
Every name you upload or connect is compared with Australia DFAT consolidated list together with all the other lists, every day. You see the source, the date and how similar the name is, so you can decide quickly.
- Upload a list, connect your CRM or type a name.
- We compare each name with the list, also with spelling variants and transliterations.
- Possible matches show the list, the source, the date and the similarity, and you decide.
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Frequently asked questions
Who publishes the Australian sanctions list?
The Australian Sanctions Office, part of DFAT, publishes the consolidated list.
What are the penalties in Australia?
We do not show an amount because we have not verified one. Australian law sets the penalties: read the official source.
Does the DFAT list include UN sanctions?
Yes, it includes the UN measures applied by Australia and the Australian autonomous sanctions.
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