US Tri-Seal Advisory on Syria Sanctions and Export Control Relief

On 11th November 2025 the US Departments of State, Treasury and Commerce published a joint Advisory outlining the current status of US sanctions and export controls targeting Syria, and its commitment to prioritising economic recovery and international engagement while maintaining targeted sanctions against individuals and entities deemed harmful or destabilising to the new government.

The Advisory outlines what business with Syria is now permissible, what restrictions remain, and lists available sanctions and export controls relief for companies wishing to engage in business with Syria. 

The Advisory reflects a marked shift in US policy towards Syria, focussing on facilitating humanitarian and commercial activity, rebuilding infrastructure and supporting the Syrian people, while still seeking to deny financial and other resources to those involved in human rights abuses, terrorism, or regional destabilisation.