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Photo illustrating the difference between OFAC blocked vs rejected transactions under U.S. sanctions laws

Compliance · OFAC Sanctions

Blocked vs Rejected Transactions Under OFAC: Key Differences (and Why They Matter)

January 20, 2026

This article was last updated on October 7, 2026, but originally published on January 20, 2026. Many companies (and individuals) believe blocked vs rejected transactions mean the same thing for…