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    Sanctions & Embargoes: An In-Depth Understanding for the Financial Sector

    Sanctions and embargoes have long been a significant area of responsibility for compliance departments within obliged entities and form part of the regulatory requirements applicable to organisations operating under Cyprus AML legislation.

    Date
    25 Nov – 26 Nov 2026
    Duration
    7 hours
    Location
    To be confirmed
    Format
    Live Virtual
    CPD
    7 CPD
    ABOUT THIS SEMINAR

    About this seminar

    Sanctions and embargoes have long been a significant area of responsibility for compliance departments within obliged entities and form part of the regulatory requirements applicable to organisations operating under Cyprus AML legislation.

    Their importance has increased significantly due to the evolving international sanctions environment, including complex EU and US measures affecting Russia, Belarus and other sanctioned jurisdictions.

    This intensive programme equips compliance and financial-crime professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to identify sanctions-related risks, understand applicable requirements, and implement appropriate controls and mitigation measures.

    WHY THIS MATTERS

    Practical relevance for your work

    • Understand International Sanctions & Embargoesthe different types, origins and purposes of sanctions and embargoes, and how to distinguish between the two.
    • Identify Sanctions Riskarising from customers, activities, jurisdictions and business relationships.
    • Strengthen Policies & Proceduresby assessing and reviewing internal controls against sanctions and embargo requirements.
    WHO SHOULD ATTEND

    Best suited for

    Compliance OfficersMoney Laundering Reporting OfficersAML/KYC/EDD Analysts and InvestigatorsRisk OfficersInternal AuditorsFraud Department OfficersLegal and Insolvency ProfessionalsFinancial Crime Investigators working within regulated organisations
    OUTCOMES

    What you'll be able to do

    Identify sanctions exposure

    associated with clients, countries, activities and business relationships.

    Analyse client circumstances

    and activities to determine potential sanctions exposure.

    Apply relevant laws

    directives, internal policies and procedures to mitigate sanctions-related risks.

    Design effective sanctions policies

    and procedures aligned with the organisation's risk appetite.

    Communicate sanctions-related risks

    and findings effectively to management and governing bodies.

    Respond to potential violations

    by determining appropriate mitigating or escalation actions.

    AGENDA

    Seminar curriculum

    01Introduction
    02The Essentials of International Sanctions
    03Ensuring Compliance with Sanctions Regulations
    04Embargoes and Asset Freezing
    05Risks of Failing to Comply with Sanctions
    06Countries Subject to International Sanctions & Embargoes
    07Bodies That Issue Sanctions
    08Do We Need to Comply?
    09Case Studies
    10Discussion & Q&A
    TRAINER

    Meet your trainer

    TS
    Theodoros Stavrou
    SEMINAR DETAILS

    Dates & logistics

    Schedule

    Day 1
    Wednesday, 25 November 2026
    3.5 training hours
    Day 2
    Thursday, 26 November 2026
    3.5 training hours
    Dates: 25 Nov – 26 Nov 2026Format: Live VirtualLocation: To be confirmedDuration: 2 days · 7 hoursLanguage: EnglishCPD: 7 CPDEQF: Level 5Capacity: 28 participants

    HRDA funding may be available for eligible employers and participants, subject to the applicable scheme, programme approval and individual eligibility. If the HRDA application is not approved, the remaining programme fee may become payable.

    • Group rates available.
    • Early Bird discount may apply.
    • This course can be offered in-house, customised to your business needs.
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    Participation fee: €320 + VAT
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    HRDA funding may be available for eligible employers and participants, subject to the applicable scheme, programme approval and individual eligibility. If the HRDA application is not approved, the remaining programme fee may become payable.

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