Sanctions Screening API (API Ninjas)
Identity Verification & KYC · Authentication & Security
Automated AML sanctions screening API checking individuals and companies against global OFAC and UN watchlists
Sanctions Screening API (API Ninjas) Highlights
Sanctions Screening API (API Ninjas) is best for fintechs, neobanks, crypto platforms, and compliance officers needing affordable AML sanctions screening
Nigeria
Ghana
KenyaThe Sanctions Screening API by API Ninjas allows companies to screen individual and corporate entities against major international sanctions lists, government watchlists, and politically exposed persons (PEP) databases (including US OFAC, United Nations, European Union, and UK HM Treasury lists). For Nigerian fintech startups, digital asset exchanges, and financial institutions adhering to Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and Financial Action Task Force (FATF) anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, this API provides an automated, affordable first line of defense during customer onboarding and wire processing.
Sanctions Screening API (API Ninjas) Core Features & Capabilities
| Feature | Status | Description & Capabilities |
|---|---|---|
| AML & Sanctions Screening | ✓ Supported | Screen individuals and entities against global PEP, OFAC, and international sanctions watchlists. |
| Sandbox / Test Environment | ✓ Supported | Dedicated testing sandbox with mock data and test credentials for staging development. |
| BVN Verification | ✗ Not Supported | Verify customer identity, full name, date of birth, and phone number against NIBSS BVN records. (Not supported by Sanctions Screening API (API Ninjas)). |
| NIN Verification | ✗ Not Supported | Confirm National Identification Number details directly with the NIMC government database. (Not supported by Sanctions Screening API (API Ninjas)). |
| Facial Biometric / Liveness Detection | ✗ Not Supported | Perform AI facial matching and 3D liveness detection to prevent impersonation and identity spoofing. (Not supported by Sanctions Screening API (API Ninjas)). |
| Document Verification (Passport / ID) | ✗ Not Supported | Extract OCR data and verify authenticity of international passports, national IDs, and voter cards. (Not supported by Sanctions Screening API (API Ninjas)). |
| Business / CAC Verification | ✗ Not Supported | Validate Nigerian company registration status, RC numbers, and directors with the CAC database. (Not supported by Sanctions Screening API (API Ninjas)). |
| Driver's Licence Verification | ✗ Not Supported | Verify validity and owner details of Nigerian driver licences with the FRSC database. (Not supported by Sanctions Screening API (API Ninjas)). |
- Free tier includes up to 50,000 API requests per month with an API key
- Paid plans from $10/month
Required Access Documents for Sanctions Screening API (API Ninjas)
- API Ninjas AccountRequiredRegister at api-ninjas.com to retrieve your API key
Different Sanctions Screening API (API Ninjas) use cases
- Fintech Customer Onboarding Screening:Screen new account applicants against global OFAC and UN sanctions lists during KYC.
- Crypto Exchange AML Monitoring:Screen deposit and withdrawal counterparties for compliance with international watchlists.
- Corporate Supplier Vetting:Verify international vendors and foreign business partners before executing large procurements.