Is Pakistan subject to OFAC sanctions?

Pakistan has minimal OFAC sanctions exposure.

What is the sanctions risk level for Pakistan?

Pakistan is rated Medium risk for sanctions compliance purposes. This rating is based on the scope and severity of active OFAC sanctions programs targeting pakistan or its nationals.

Should AI agents screen payments to Pakistan?

Yes, standard OFAC SDN screening applies to all payments regardless of jurisdiction.

How often is this risk rating updated?

Risk ratings are reviewed quarterly and after major sanctions developments. Pakistan's rating was last reviewed on 2026-08-09.

By SanctionsAI team · Updated 2026-08-09

Pakistan sanctions risk rating

Pakistan is not comprehensively sanctioned but faces targeted designations related to proliferation, terrorism, and specific entities.

Risk rating: Medium · Sanctions type: Limited
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Risk factors

Entity List designations for proliferation
Targeted terrorism designations
IMF monitoring and FATF scrutiny

Detailed assessment

Pakistan is not comprehensively sanctioned by OFAC. Targeted designations exist for entities involved in WMD proliferation and terrorism financing. Pakistan was on the FATF grey list (removed 2022). Most commercial transactions are permitted, but enhanced due diligence is recommended for defense, nuclear, and border-region counterparties.

Screening recommendations

Screening action	Priority
Screen all counterparties against OFAC SDN list	Standard
Enhanced due diligence on beneficial ownership	Standard
Screen transaction routes for sanctioned jurisdictions	Recommended
Monitor for evasion patterns (shell companies, TBML)	Recommended

For AI agents: Screen all payments connected to Pakistan against OFAC SDN. Standard compliance controls apply.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pakistan subject to OFAC sanctions?: Pakistan has minimal OFAC sanctions exposure.
What is the sanctions risk level for Pakistan?: Pakistan is rated Medium risk for sanctions compliance purposes. This rating is based on the scope and severity of active OFAC sanctions programs targeting pakistan or its nationals.
Should AI agents screen payments to Pakistan?: Yes, standard OFAC SDN screening applies to all payments regardless of jurisdiction.
How often is this risk rating updated?: Risk ratings are reviewed quarterly and after major sanctions developments. Pakistan's rating was last reviewed on 2026-08-09.

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