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Supporting EU SMEs with sanctions compliance INFORMATION FOR PARTNERS The European Commission’s EU Sanctions Helpdesk Our objectives assists European operators, particularly Small and Streamlining due diligence processes Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), in complying with We offer practical guidance to European operators to European Union restrictive measures (also known as support their due diligence and compliance processes, sanctions) imposed worldwide. reducing transaction costs when dealing with countries subject to EU sanctions. Our services Combatting over-compliance Information and resources European operators may avoid some legitimate business We offer users a comprehensive range of materials, includ- opportunities due to uncertainties about their legality. This ing informative resources relating to EU restrictive measures can disrupt crucial trade, such as trade supporting food and country-specific guidance. security. Our solutions help address this issue, ensuring con- tinued trade that aligns with EU Foreign and Security Policy. Compliance support services Building confidence for financial partners For those unable to perform due diligence independently, we provide support in completing counterparty and transaction We aim to reassure financial institutions that European assessments, giving our users greater confidence that their operators using our service conduct proper due diligence for business activities comply with EU sanctions. transactions in countries that are targeted by EU sanctions. OUR SERVICES OUR OBJECTIVES Information Compliance Streamlining due Combatting Building confidence and resources support services diligence processes over-compliance for financial partners  Partner with us! We welcome collaboration with multiple stakeholders, including public authorities, business support stakeholders, financial institutions, and international sanctions and compliance organisations. We offer and seek the following partnership opportunities: Events > Invite us to your events, including meetings and conferences, where we can join a panel or make a presentation. > Join one of our upcoming events, such as information sessions, seminars, and workshops. > Participate in industry events, including trade fairs that you (co-) organise or attend. Cross-promotion > Develop joint activities that will promote the EU Sanctions Helpdesk to your members, partners or clients, as well as raise awareness of your activities among the users of the Helpdesk. Training > Benefit from our training sessions, which share information that can be provided to your members. Propose synergies! Reach out to [email protected] Visit the EU Share Subscribe to Sanctions Helpdesk! your feedback! our newsletter! Become familiar with our Please take a few minutes Get the latest news, services and stay up-to-date to share your insights by and resources with our latest activities. completing the online form. in your inbox. Saatja: "Outreach" <[email protected]> Saaja: [email protected] Teema: Launch of the EU Sanctions Helpdesk Kuupäev: 2025-03-26 10:17 Tähelepanu! Tegemist on välisvõrgust saabunud kirjaga. Tundmatu saatja korral palume linke ja faile mitte avada. Tähelepanu! Tegemist on välisvõrgust saabunud kirjaga. Tundmatu saatja korral palume linke ja faile mitte avada. Dear Sir/Madam We are pleased to announce the official launch of the EU Sanctions Helpdesk, the service designed to support EU SMEs in complying with EU restrictive measures. The trial phase we wrote to you about on 3 December has now successfully concluded. About the EU Sanctions Helpdesk The EU Sanctions Helpdesk provides information on all EU restrictive measures. It assists EU operators in understanding sanctions due diligence processes and offers free support for the conducting of due diligence when users lack the necessary tools or resources. The EU Sanctions Helpdesk seeks to: * Support the compliance of EU SMEs with EU sanctions * Reduce transaction costs for EU SMEs * Reassure financial institutions that EU operators using our service have conducted sanctions due diligence We offer: * A website dedicated to sanctions information and resources for European SMEs * Support for sanctions questions or due diligence requirements * Information and training sessions, seminars, and workshops * Regular newsletters with the latest updates most relevant for SMEs Opportunities for Engagements in Estonia We are engaging with a wide range of industry groups and trade associations across the EU and beyond. We would welcome your support and assistance in bringing this new service to the attention of as many SMEs as possible by helping us to: * Identify suitable awareness-raising events such as trade fairs and missions involving sanctioned countries * Connect with important stakeholders such as public sector bodies, industry groups, trade associations, chambers of commerce, etc * Reach a wider audience by partnering with us to share the news through your digital channels and on your website Next Steps * We value your feedback on this initiative and would appreciate hearing your thoughts on potential collaboration opportunities. Could you spare a few minutes to share your insights by <https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/EUSH-MSFB> completing a short survey? * If you have any questions for us or would like to arrange a discussion between our teams then please email <mailto:[email protected]?subject=NCA%20outreach%20enquiry> [email protected]. * You can help us spread the word about the support offered by the EU Sanctions Helpdesk by using materials from the attached multiplier kit. * We also encourage you to <https://eu-sanctions-compliance-helpdesk.europa.eu/> visit our website and to <https://ec.europa.eu/newsroom/eushd/user-subscriptions/7790/create> subscribe to our newsletter. Thank you for considering this partnership. We look forward to working together to raise awareness of this new service among SMEs in Estonia. EU SANCTIONS HELPDESK E: <mailto:[email protected]?subject=NCA%20outreach%20enquiry> [email protected] W: <https://eu-sanctions-compliance-helpdesk.europa.eu> https://eu-sanctions-compliance-helpdesk.europa.eu Supporting EU SMEs with sanctions compliance INFORMATION FOR SMEs The European Commission’s EU Sanctions Helpdesk Our objectives assists European operators, particularly Small and Streamlining due diligence processes Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), in complying with We offer practical guidance to European operators to European Union restrictive measures (also known as support their due diligence and compliance processes, sanctions) imposed worldwide. reducing transaction costs when dealing with countries subject to EU sanctions. Our services Combatting over-compliance Information and resources European operators may avoid some legitimate business We offer users a comprehensive range of materials, includ- opportunities due to uncertainties about their legality. This ing informative resources relating to EU restrictive measures can disrupt crucial trade, such as trade supporting food and country-specific guidance. security. Our solutions help address this issue, ensuring con- tinued trade that aligns with EU Foreign and Security Policy. Compliance support services Building confidence for financial partners For those unable to perform due diligence independently, we provide support in completing counterparty and transaction We aim to reassure financial institutions that European assessments, giving our users greater confidence that their operators using our service conduct proper due diligence for business activities comply with EU sanctions. transactions in countries that are targeted by EU sanctions. OUR SERVICES OUR OBJECTIVES Information Compliance Streamlining due Combatting Building confidence and resources support services diligence processes over-compliance for financial partners  Get sanctions compliance support! Are you an SME? Have you discovered a new market or customer? Do you want to understand the business opportunities and risks? > Increase your awareness by checking the resources of the EU Sanctions Helpdesk. > Submit a request for our compliance support service. > Attend one of our events, including information and training sessions, seminars, and workshops. Do you have an enquiry? Contact us at [email protected] Visit the EU Share Subscribe to Sanctions Helpdesk! your feedback! our newsletter! View our resources or seek our Please take a few minutes Get the latest news, sanctions compliance support. to share your insights by and resources completing the online form. in your inbox. Understanding the Sanctions Compliance Support Service EU SANCTIONS HELPDESK Confused about EU sanctions? Why should your SME take advantage of our service? Discovered a new market? We can: Want to understand business opportunities and risks? > Give you customised, one-to-one support The EU Sanctions Helpdesk supports EU SMEs and organisations. > Reduce your transaction costs > Cover the more than 40 countries affected by EU sanctions Our website and personalised Support Service give you all the answers you need for sanctions peace of mind. Get sanctions compliance support! Follow this 4-step process for due diligence peace of mind: Check our website for sanctions information, resources, and additional tips. 1 Click ‘Get Support’ if you have a specific need. 2 The Helpdesk will prompt you for information as you complete your request. 3 The Helpdesk team will review your request and inform you about next steps. 4  What information should you provide to the Helpdesk? 3 Think of the ‘4 Ws’: > Who will you supply to? Customers, intermediaries, end-users... > What will you supply? Services, technology, dual-use products, military equipment, humanitarian goods... > Where will you supply it to?  Country of final destination, transit countries, sensitive regions... > What will the product or service be used for? Commercial, civil, military... We’ll get back to you soon! For example: 4 I’ve found a great opportunity, but I need help! My situation is: > An initial response to your question can be expected Who: A medical supply company in Turkey •  within 2 working days. that deals with partners in Iran > For certain questions we should be able to give a quick response, while other issues may require further What: Medical products and services •  investigation. • Where: Iran, with transit through Turkey > If the Helpdesk team needs more information or • What will it be used for: Supplying civil hospitals has any questions, we will contact you before and clinics completing the final report. Remember It’s not just sales! Sanctions could apply to all sorts of business exchanges, Get started now! including purchasing from affected countries.