UK sanctions relating to Yemen
This page provides guidance on the UK’s sanctions regime relating to Yemen
The Yemen sanctions regime
The Yemen (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (No. 2) Regulations 2020 came fully into force on 31 December 2020. They put in place sanctions measures to ensure the UK continues to meet its obligations under the United Nations sanctions regime relating to Yemen, and to promote:
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the peace, stability and security of Yemen
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the political transition and peaceful resolution of armed conflicts in Yemen
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respect for humanitarian assistance activities in Yemen
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compliance with the rules of international humanitarian law applicable to the armed conflicts in Yemen
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respect for human rights in Yemen
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.
Contact details
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]
Documents
The Yemen (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (No. 2) Regulations 2020
An explanatory memorandum accompanies the regulations, providing further information on their provisions.
Section 2(4) of the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018: report
Updates to this page
Published 17 July 2020Last updated 31 December 2020 + show all updates
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The UK's sanctions framework has changed.
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First published.