UK sanctions end-use controls are now live

The UK’s sanctions end-use controls came into force on 13 May 2026, creating a licensing requirement when exporters are informed of diversion risk to sanctioned territories or connected persons. For law firms and in-house teams, the practical work is immediate: review third-country export routes, document due diligence and prepare for notice-triggered licensing rather than assuming uncontrolled goods are outside the sanctions perimeter.