Designation identifiers
- UKSL unique ID
- INU0048
- OFSI group ID
- 11581
- Designation type
- Entity
- Date designated
- 31 December 2020
- Last updated
- 9 April 2025
Regimes
- The Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
Designation sources
- UK
Sanctions imposed
- Asset freeze
- Director Disqualification Sanction
Official reasons
- Bonyad Taavon Sepah created Ansar Bank to provide financial and credit services to IRGC personnel. Initially, Ansar Bank operated as a credit union and transitioned into a fully fledged bank in mid 2009, upon receiving a license from Iran's Central Bank. Ansar Bank, formerly known as Ansar al Mojahedin, provides financial services to the IRGC. IRGC members received their salaries through Ansar Bank. In addition, Ansar Bank provides special benefits to IRGC personnel, including reduced rates for home furnishings, free or reduced-cost healthcare.
Other information
- The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025.
Addresses
- Lines: Building No. 539
- Lines: North Pasdaran Avenue
- Lines: Tehran
- Postcode: 19575 497
- Country: Iran
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