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UK sanctions relating to Nicaragua

This page provides guidance on the UK’s sanctions regime relating to Nicaragua

The Nicaragua sanctions regime

The Nicaragua (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 came fully into force on 31 December 2020. They put in place sanctions measures to encourage the government of Nicaragua to:

respect democratic principles and institutions, the separation of powers and the rule of law in Nicaragua
refrain from actions, policies and activities which repress civil society in Nicaragua
comply with international human rights law and to respect human rights

You should also review the Sanctions (EU Exit) (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 4) Regulations 2020 to find out any amendments made to the Regulations.

These regulations have replaced, with substantially the same effect, relevant existing EU legislation and related UK regulations.

Those persons who are designated under this regime are included on the UK sanctions list.

Find out more about other UK sanctions regimes.

For further information on financial sanctions: contact the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation [email protected] or subscribe to the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation’s e-alerts

For further information on trade sanctions: contact the Export Control Joint Unit Helpline on 020 7215 4594 or email [email protected] or subscribe to the Export Control Joint Unit’s notices to exporters

For further information on transport sanctions: contact the Department for Transport on [email protected]

For general information on sanctions: contact the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office’s Sanctions Directorate on [email protected]

An explanatory memorandum accompanies the regulations, providing further information on their provisions.

Published 23 June 2020
Last updated 31 December 2020 + show all updates

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