SMB FAQs on the ban imposed on Russian-flagged vessels from entering European Ports

18th April 2022

The FIAU would like to bring to your attention the fact that the Sanctions Monitoring Board (SMB) has published guidance in the form of FAQs, due to the sanctions imposed on Russia, focusing on the ban imposed on Russian-flagged vessels from entering EU Ports.

This Guidance Note can be found on the SMB website or by accessing the following link.

Subject persons are strongly advised to keep abreast of developments related to their obligations, to be up-to-date with the latest sanctions and restrictive measures imposed by the European Union against Russia, and how to ensure adherence to them.  Information on these measures can be accessed through the following dedicated webpage maintained by the SMB here.

For any questions relative to this FAQs document, and for any queries relating to sanctions, subject persons are to seek direction from the SMB via email on the following email address – [email protected].