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Question: Do OFAC rules apply to ACH transactions?

Answer: Yes! You bet! The blocking system wouldn't work very well if the blocked parties could avoid it by using ACH transfers. Every aspect of deposits and money movement must be tracked for OFAC compliance.

Copyright © 2001 Compliance Action. Originally appeared in Compliance Action, Vol. 6, No. 1, 2/01