Alvaro Andres Quijano BECERRA

Designation identifiers

UKSL unique ID

SUD0026

UN reference number

SDi.012

Designation type

Individual

Date designated

5 February 2026

Last updated

29 April 2026

Regimes

• The Sudan (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020

Designation sources

• UK
• UN

Sanctions imposed

• Asset freeze
• Travel Ban
• Director Disqualification Sanction

Official reasons

• The Secretary of State considers that there are reasonable grounds to suspect that Alvaro Andres Quijano Becerra is an involved person under the Sudan (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 because he is or has been responsible for action, policy or activity which threatens the peace, stability and security of Sudan, namely through his involvement in enlisting Columbian mercenaries to fight alongside the RSF in areas of Sudan, including El Fasher.

Other information

• Alvaro Andres Quijano Becerra was sanctioned by the UN on 28/04/2026 pursuant to paragraph 3 (c) of resolution 1591 (2005) on the following grounds: Alvaro Andres Quijano Becerra (Quijano) is being designated for engaging in actions or policies that threaten the peace, security, or stability of Darfur.Quijano plays a central role in recruiting and deploying former Colombian military personnel to Sudan. Video and photographic evidence shows these military personnel providing the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) with tactical and technical expertise, serving as infantry and artillerymen, drone pilots, vehicle operators, and instructors, with some even training children to fight in the RSF. The Colombian fighters have participated in numerous battles across Sudan, including in its capital, Khartoum, as well as Omdurman, Kordofan, and El Fasher.Quijano, a former associate of the Colombia-based Notre del Valle Cartel, is supported by a network of associates and companies that specialize in recruiting fighters and facilitating the movement of funds related to their deployment. Quijano co-founded an employment agency, International Services Agency (A4SI), that is the main recruiting node, having engaged in campaigns via its website, group chats, and townhalls to fill positions, including drone operators, snipers, and translators. Between 350 and 380 Colombian fighters, mostly retired soldiers, were recruited through several private security firms, including A4SI.Related listed individuals and entities: Claudia Vivana Oliveros Forero (SDi.013), Mateo Andres Duque Botero (SDi.014).INTERPOL-UN Security Council Special Notice web link:https://www.interpol.int/en/How-wework/Notices/View-UN-Notices-Individuals click here