Sanctions MCP Server
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Provides comprehensive sanctions screening against major global watchlists, delivering risk scores, detailed match information, and customizable filtering options.
Sanctions MCP Server Overview
What is Sanctions MCP Server about?
Offers a powerful API for screening individuals and organizations against OFAC, UN, OFSI, and other sanctions lists, returning structured JSON with match details and confidence scores.
How to Use Sanctions MCP Server?
- Install: Ensure Node.js v20+ is installed.
- Run: Execute the server via the configured MCP command (e.g.,
npx -y mcp-sanctions). - Configure: Add a
claude_desktop_config.jsonentry pointing to the server and provide yourOFAC_API_API_KEY. - Call: Send a POST request with a payload containing
cases,type,minScore, andsources.
Key Features
- Multi‑list Screening: Checks against OFAC SDN, NON‑SDN, DPL, UN, OFSI, etc.
- Entity Types: Supports both persons and organizations.
- Rich Identifiers: Names, dates of birth, passports, addresses, and other documents.
- Custom Risk Threshold: Adjustable
minScore(0‑100) to filter relevance. - Source Selection: Pick specific lists per request.
- Detailed Responses: Includes match scores, source metadata, and full entity profiles.
Use Cases
- Compliance Checks: Integrate into KYC/AML workflows to reject sanctioned parties.
- Financial Transactions: Validate counterparties before processing payments.
- Travel & Shipping: Screen passengers or cargo recipients against watchlists.
- Legal Due Diligence: Automate background checks for mergers, acquisitions, or contracts.
FAQ
Q: Which API key is required?
A: An OFAC API key (OFAC_API_API_KEY) supplied in the environment.
Q: Can I limit the lists queried?
A: Yes, specify the sources array in the request payload.
Q: What is the default risk threshold?
A: minScore defaults to 95 if omitted.
Q: How do I restart after configuration changes? A: Restart Claude Desktop (or the MCP host) to reload the new settings.
Sanctions MCP Server's README
Sanctions MCP Server
A powerful sanctions screening API MCP Server, leveraging OFAC API to provide comprehensive risk assessments for individuals and organizations.
🎉 Ready for integration with Claude through the Model Context Protocol 🎉
https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/41ea6318-5b17-4da1-8d6d-8cb60b5342ea
Key Features
- Sanctions Screening: Screen individuals and organizations against major global sanctions lists including OFAC SDN, UN, OFSI, and more
- Customizable Risk Threshold: Set minimum risk scores to determine match relevance
- Comprehensive Entity Support: Screen both individuals and organizations with detailed information
- Multiple Identification Methods: Support for various identifiers including names, addresses, identification documents, and more
- Source Selection: Choose which sanctions lists to check against based on your compliance needs
How to Use
You can run the Sanctions MCP Server using Node.js directly.
Requirements
- Node.js v20 or higher
- npm or yarn for dependency management
- git
Installation
1. Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/mcp-ofac
cd mcp-ofac
2. Install dependencies
npm install
3. Configure claude_desktop_config.json
Add the following configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json file. Make sure to:
- Update the paths to match your local Node.js installation and repository location
- Add your OFAC API key if required
{
"mcpServers": {
"sanctions": {
"command": "/path/to/your/node",
"args": ["/path/to/your/mcp-ofac/index.js"],
"env": {
"OFAC_API_API_KEY": "YOUR_API_KEY_HERE"
}
}
}
}
Usage Examples
Screening an Individual
You can ask Claude to screen individuals against sanctions lists:
"Can you check if John Smith born on 1980-01-15 from Syria is on any sanctions lists?"
Screening an Organization
You can ask Claude to check organizations:
"Is there a sanctioned entity called Tech Solutions Ltd based in Tehran, Iran?"
Custom Screening Parameters
You can specify custom parameters for more targeted screening:
"Check if Maria Rodriguez with passport number AB123456 from Venezuela is on the OFAC SDN list with a minimum match score of 90."
How the Tool Works
The Sanctions MCP Server processes screening requests with the following parameters:
- cases: Array of entities to screen (individuals or organizations) with identifying information
- type: Entity type ("person" or "organization")
- minScore: Minimum score threshold for matches (0-100, default: 95)
- sources: Which sanctions lists to check against (SDN, NONSDN, DPL, UN, OFSI, etc.)
The tool returns detailed match information, including sanctioned entity details, match scores, and source information.
Data Format
Input Schema
The server accepts detailed entity information including:
- Name
- Date of birth (for individuals)
- Gender (for individuals)
- Citizenship/Nationality
- Address details
- Contact information
- Identification documents
Response Format
The server returns a JSON response with:
- Match details
- Match scores
- Source information
- Entity profiles
Restart Claude Desktop
After configuring your claude_desktop_config.json, restart Claude Desktop to apply the changes and enable the sanctions screening capability.
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Sanctions MCP Server's Information
- Author
- madupay
- Category
- Identity & Security
- Language
- JavaScript
- License
- MIT License
- Version
- v1.0.0
- Stars
- 1
- Updated
- 2 months ago
Configuration
{
"mcpServers": {
"sanctions": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"mcp-sanctions"
],
"env": {
"OFAC_API_API_KEY": "<YOUR_API_KEY>"
}
}
}
}Configure Clients
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