OpenSanctions API
Overview
Data on international sanctions, crime and politically exposed persons
OpenSanctions is an open data API. It needs no API key. It is served over HTTPS and allows browser requests (CORS).
At a glance
- Authentication
- No auth
- HTTPS
- Yes
- CORS
- Yes
- Category
- Open Data
Questions
Does the OpenSanctions API need an API key?
No. The OpenSanctions API can be called without an API key or sign-up, which makes it handy for prototypes and front-end demos.
Can I call the OpenSanctions API from the browser?
Yes. The OpenSanctions API sends CORS headers, so a web page can call it directly with fetch().
Does the OpenSanctions API support HTTPS?
Yes, the OpenSanctions API is served over HTTPS.
What are alternatives to the OpenSanctions API?
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