Sanctions / KYC data for AI agents
Screen names, addresses, and aliases against OFAC SDN, EU, UN, and BIS DPL lists. Where the upstream source provides it, the response includes a timestamp or freshness note.
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How to connect
These Sanctions / KYC tools use the same LiveDataLink endpoint as the rest of the catalog. Add it to an MCP client that supports Streamable HTTP and include your bearer key. Each source has its own coverage, update schedule, and credential requirements; those limits are listed in the catalog and response notes.
{
"mcpServers": {
"livedatalink": {
"url": "https://livedatalink.ai/mcp",
"headers": { "Authorization": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" }
}
}
}Once connected, call any tool below. The free tier covers 1,000 queries each month across the 377-tool catalog, with no credit card.
Sanctions / KYC tools (7)
| sanctions_screen_entity | Screen one name against OFAC SDN, EU, UN, BIS DPL. |
| sanctions_screen_batch | Screen up to 50 names in one call. |
| sanctions_get_changes | Entities added or updated since a date for a chosen list. |
| sanctions_screen_address | Match a physical address against listed addresses. |
| sanctions_get_entity | Fetch full record by entity ID and source. |
| sanctions_search_alias | Search aliases and AKAs across selected lists. |
| sanctions_status_summary | Counts and last-update timestamps for all lists. Free. |
Common queries this domain answers: sanctions · ofac · sdn · specially designated · denied persons · bis · kyc · know your customer · aml · anti money laundering · screening · compliance · sanctioned · blocked person · pep · politically exposed · embargo · watchlist.
Why LiveDataLink for Sanctions / KYC
- One key, 81 domains. These tools sit alongside FMCSA carrier safety, sanctions screening, SEC filings, courts, Census, and FRED through the same endpoint. Source coverage and credentials vary by tool.
- Check source terms. Sourced from OFAC SDN, EU, UN, BIS DPL; review its attribution and redistribution rules before shipping results.
- For agent workflows. Read-only annotated MCP tools over Streamable HTTP with Bearer auth. Use them with clients that support this transport, including compatible Claude, Cursor, and n8n setups.
FAQ
- What can I look up in Sanctions / KYC?
- Screen names, addresses, and aliases against OFAC SDN, EU, UN, and BIS DPL lists. The catalog has 7 tools, including sanctions_screen_entity, sanctions_screen_batch, sanctions_get_changes, sanctions_screen_address, sanctions_get_entity, sanctions_search_alias, plus others. They are available over the Model Context Protocol at https://livedatalink.ai/mcp. Coverage and update timing come from OFAC SDN, EU, UN, BIS DPL.
- How do I connect these tools?
- Add https://livedatalink.ai/mcp as a Streamable HTTP MCP server in Claude, Cursor, n8n, or another compatible client, then send an "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" header. A free key includes 1,000 queries/month with no card at https://livedatalink.ai/signup/free. The same key works across domains, although some upstream sources have their own credentials or limits.
- Can I reuse the results in my product?
- That depends on OFAC SDN, EU, UN, BIS DPL's terms. Check its attribution and redistribution rules before shipping results to customers. LiveDataLink's free tier includes 1,000 queries/month, and paid plans start at $10/month.