SDN list · entry 22998
Kwak Chong-chol
Yes. Kwak Chong-chol is on OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list under the DPRK4 program, as of the list published October 9, 2026. It is an individual, OFAC entry number 22998, added on September 26, 2017. OFAC lists 1 other name for it, shown below; screen against all of them.
Listed as of the SDN list published · version 5970dbe3dca1
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| Status | On the list |
|---|---|
| List | Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN) |
| Programs | DPRK4 |
| Type | individual |
| Added to the list | September 26, 2017 |
| First seen by us | 2026-10-07 17:15 UTC |
Names
| Name | Type | Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Kwak Chong-chol | Primary name | strong |
| Kwak Jong-chol | A.K.A. | strong |
Identifiers
| Document | Number | Issued by |
|---|---|---|
| Passport | 563220533 | Korea, North |
Details published by OFAC
| Date of birth | January 1, 1975 |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Korea, North |
| Address | Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Gender | Male |
| Secondary sanctions risk: | North Korea Sanctions Regulations, sections 510.201 and 510.210 |
| Transactions Prohibited For Persons Owned or Controlled By U.S. Financial Institutions: | North Korea Sanctions Regulations section 510.214 |
Legal basis
- Executive Order 13810 (North Korea)