Sanctions screening can no longer run alongside other compliance work.
Why sanctions screening now requires a dedicated tool
Others can do this too. But usually with a different cost and operating model.
We focus on sanctions screening, and we cover it fully.
Ongoing sanctions screening against SECO and OFAC lists
Automated screening of the entire client base within 24 hours
Audit-ready PDF report for every screening run
Whitelist function to reduce recurring false positives
No KYC system and no onboarding workflow
No PEP screening, no adverse media screening, and no crime database
No risk scoring of your clients
No substantive assessment of matches. The decision remains with you
Designed so that a classic outsourcing notification is typically not required
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Pricing Overview
Frequently asked questions
Is ACTAN SanctionsCheck suitable for FINMA-related requirements?
ACTAN SanctionsCheck was built for regulated financial intermediaries in Switzerland that need sanctions screening to be traceable, documented, and operationally efficient. The solution helps you screen relevant client data against current sanctions lists, review potential matches in a structured way, and maintain screening records for internal controls, supervisory organisations, or audits. The final regulatory assessment remains part of your own responsibility and organisational setup.
My custodian bank already screens my clients against the sanctions lists. Isn’t that enough?
No. The custodian bank is fulfilling its own duty as a bank. As an asset manager or trustee you are a financial intermediary in your own right and must run, document and evidence the screening of your own client base towards your supervisory organisation and your auditors. Relying solely on screening by third parties does not satisfy supervisors. ACTAN SanctionsCheck gives you that process of your own, including the report, without any system integration.
Does using ACTAN SanctionsCheck qualify as a reportable or licence-relevant outsourcing arrangement?
ACTAN SanctionsCheck is designed in a way that does not structurally resemble a classic, full outsourcing of your screening process. It serves as a tool for your own screening and documentation workflow. That said, the final regulatory classification always depends on your specific setup, internal processes, and contractual framework.
How will I be informed about new SECO or OFAC updates?
When using the Client Agent, your client base can be monitored at regular intervals. As soon as a relevant change in the underlying sanctions lists is detected, a new screening can be triggered automatically. Notifications by email or SMS can also be configured.
How will I be informed about new SECO or OFAC updates?
When using the Client Agent, your client base can be monitored at regular intervals. As soon as a relevant change in the underlying sanctions lists is detected, a new screening can be triggered automatically. Notifications by email or SMS can also be configured.
Where is my data processed, and what is actually stored?
Submitted screening files are processed for the purpose of the screening run and are not permanently stored as customer files. For operations, traceability, and contract administration, technical metadata, protocol information, and system logs may be processed. The architecture is designed to minimise data storage and to separate screening content from technical evidence.
Which lists are screened, and how up to date are they?
ACTAN SanctionsCheck screens against relevant sanctions lists such as SECO and OFAC. New list versions are incorporated on an ongoing basis so screenings are performed on a current basis. The screening report documents which list basis was used for each screening run.
How does a screening work in practice, and how long does it take?
You upload your file as an Excel or CSV file, or trigger screenings automatically as part of an automated workflow. The solution processes the names, presents potential matches in a structured format, and generates a screening report. The duration depends on the number of names and the number of potential hits. In practice, screenings are typically completed within a few minutes.
Do I need a system integration, or is Excel enough?
No system integration is required. ACTAN SanctionsCheck can be used without a CRM or core banking integration. For many organisations, a structured Excel or CSV export is sufficient. If you want to automate your workflow further later on, integrated and API-based setups are also possible.
We have a low-risk business model with a small number of long-standing clients. Does the 24-hour expectation still apply?
Yes. The expectation to screen new list entries against the entire client base within 24 hours is triggered by the list change, not by your risk profile. According to the clarification by FINMA and the supervisory organisations in May 2025, it expressly applies to low-risk business models as well. What remains risk-based is the assessment of a match, not the screening itself. With a small client base, the effort with a tool is minimal while the evidence stays complete.