By SanctionsAI team · Updated 2026-08-09
OFAC blocking report filing deadline
When you block a transaction involving OFAC-designated property, you must file a blocking report within 10 business days. Missing this deadline is itself a sanctions violation.
The deadline
10 business days from the date you block the transaction. No extensions are routinely granted.
What triggers the deadline
| Trigger | Action | Deadline |
|---|
| SDN wallet match in crypto payment | Block funds, file report | 10 business days |
| SDN name match in wire transfer | Block funds, file report | 10 business days |
| Payment to comprehensively sanctioned jurisdiction | Block funds, file report | 10 business days |
| Property of SDN discovered in account | Block property, file report | 10 business days |
How to file
File electronically via the OFAC reporting portal. Include: blocking date, SDN entry reference, property description, value, account information, and reason for blocking.
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- How many days do I have to file a blocking report?
- 10 business days from the date of blocking. File via OFAC online portal.
- What if I miss the blocking report deadline?
- Failure to file is itself a sanctions violation. File immediately and document the delay.
- What information goes in a blocking report?
- Blocking date, SDN entry, property description, value, account info, and reason for blocking.
- Do I need to file for every blocked transaction?
- Yes. Each blocked transaction requires a separate blocking report within 10 business days.
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