Sanctions.io
sanctions.io offers a simple, cost-effective screening API for AML compliance with real-time sanctions and PEP checks, averaging ~350ms response times and designed for easy integration into onboarding flows.
Our Verdict
Simple screening API done well; pair with a KYC and case-management vendor for full compliance.
Pros
- Consistently fast ~350ms average response times
- Simple, cost-effective screening for startups
- Real-time sanctions and PEP endpoints
- Transparent pricing, easy to budget
Cons
- No KYC, docs or case management included
- Adverse media narrower than full AML vendors
- Smaller data sources than tier-1 providers
- Not ideal for complex enterprise workflows
When to Use Sanctions.io
Good fit if you need
- Low-latency AML sanctions check at user onboarding (~350ms)
- PEP screening API for cost-effective compliance integration
- Developer-friendly REST API for fintech AML workflows
- Real-time screening for payment authorization pipelines
- Affordable per-call pricing model for startup compliance
Pricing
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- Pricing Model
- subscription
- Free Tier
- No
- Entry Price
- —
- Enterprise Available
- No
- Transparency Score
- —
Beta — estimates may differ from actual pricing
Estimated Monthly Cost
$25
Estimated Annual Cost
$300
Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.
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