Open ProvincesActivity otherwise prohibited by Canadian sanctions: exceptionally apply for a permit or certificate
Identify the Act and regulations, screen every party, explain the exception and await authorization covering the exact activity.
An application authorizes no transaction and approval is not guaranteed. Pause the affected activity and obtain specialist advice when risk is significant.
Confirm the scope
Identify each person, beneficial owner, bank, country, good, service, payment, route and potentially applicable regulatory provision.
Prepare the information
Distinguish a permit under SEMA or the Magnitsky Act from a certificate under the United Nations Act.
Complete the process
Explain the exact activity, amount, duration, beneficiaries, exceptional rationale, controls and consequences of refusal with verifiable records.
Keep follow-up records
File as instructed, do not proceed before a decision and strictly follow scope, duration, conditions and reports.
Sanctions permits and certificates — Canada
Sources and limits
Official sources are linked in the guide. Checked August 29, 2026; confirm current rules, forms and deadlines with the responsible authority.
General information based on federal and national rules; provincial rules may differ. Confirm with the official body before acting. Last reviewed : 2026-08-29.