Compliance & Sanctions Policy
WLS Global guarantees compliance with sanctions regimes and international standards, ensuring the security of all logistics operations and safeguarding our clients’ businesses.
WLS Global guarantees compliance with sanctions regimes and international standards, ensuring the security of all logistics operations and safeguarding our clients’ businesses.
Sanctions policy
As an EU-based company, we operate in strict compliance with European legislation and international requirements, including OFAC regulations and the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list.
All services provided by WLS Global, as well as the goods transported and the parties involved, are subject to mandatory checks to ensure compliance with sanctions restrictions.
The company does not engage in business with individuals or entities subject to sanctions, nor with jurisdictions included on the EU, UK and US sanctions lists.
Furthermore, WLS Global does not accept or process payments to countries included on the list of high-risk jurisdictions under the EU’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) policy, in accordance with FATF recommendations.
By constantly monitoring changes to sanctions regimes, we ensure that all our clients’ logistics operations remain up to date and secure.
WLS Global strictly adheres to international standards and operates in accordance with the applicable legislation of the EU, the US and the UK.
WLS Global conducts mandatory compliance checks on all parties involved in a transaction, including shippers, consignees, business partners, and cargo. Screening is performed against applicable sanctions lists issued by the European Union, the United States, and the United Kingdom, including OFAC regulations and the SDN List. This process helps ensure that all logistics operations comply with international sanctions requirements.
WLS Global strictly complies with all applicable sanctions regulations and does not engage in transactions involving sanctioned individuals, entities, countries, or prohibited goods. For sectors requiring enhanced due diligence, each request is reviewed individually to determine whether transportation can be performed in full compliance with applicable regulations.
If a shipment is identified as being subject to sanctions or regulatory restrictions, the transportation process cannot proceed. Our compliance team reviews the case and informs the customer of the applicable restrictions. Where possible, we may provide guidance regarding compliant alternatives.
Yes. WLS Global performs compliance screening of both senders and recipients, as well as other parties involved in the transaction when required. This is an essential part of our compliance procedures and helps ensure adherence to international sanctions regulations.
Yes. Customers may request a preliminary compliance review before arranging transportation. Early assessment helps identify potential risks, verify compliance requirements, and avoid delays during shipment processing.
WLS Global continuously monitors updates to sanctions regulations issued by the European Union, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Internal compliance procedures are reviewed and updated on an ongoing basis to reflect the latest regulatory requirements and maintain the highest standards of compliance.
