Export Controls & Sanctions
Boston College is subject to federal export control and sanctions laws and regulations that apply to a variety of activities conducted in support of the University鈥檚 academic mission, research portfolio, and administrative functions. These activities include, but are not limited to: international travel; international shipments; interactions involving restricted or sanctioned individuals, entities, or countries; financial transactions and gifts (University and individual); international research and academic collaborations; dissemination of proprietary and/or third party owned technology; and certain computer software and encryption features.
In accordance with 蝌蚪直播鈥檚 Export Control Policy, all members of the 蝌蚪直播 community are required to understand their export control and sanctions compliance obligations, and ensure that their activities comply with relevant U.S. laws and regulations, as well as the policies, procedures, and guidance set forth by the Office of Research Security, Integrity, and Compliance (RSIC).
RSIC is able to provide consultations to help members of the 蝌蚪直播 community navigate the complex landscape of export controls and sanctions. We encourage members of the 蝌蚪直播 community to utilize the resources provided on this website and contact RSIC with any questions or concerns pertaining to export controls and sanctions, including, but not limited to:听
- International Shipments
- International Travel
- 鈥淒eemed鈥 Exports
- Technology Control Plans
- Procurement & Disposal of Scientific Equipment
- Restricted Party Screening
Training
Training
Policies and Manuals
Policies and Manuals
Key Definitions
Key Definitions
Export 鈥 Under U.S. export control regulations, an export is the shipment or transmission of an item, technology, technical data, source code, or defense service, outside of the U.S., or in the case of a deemed export, to foreign persons located within the U.S. The method of export does not matter, and some examples include, but are not limited to: physical shipments (e.g., FedEx); items hand carried during travel; information conveyed through emails, verbal communications, or video sessions; and downloads from the cloud.
Deemed Export 鈥 A deemed export is the release of technical data (ITAR), technology (EAR), or source code (EAR) to a foreign national located within the physical territory of the U.S. Deemed exports can occur through means such as, but not limited to: demonstrations, oral briefings, site visits, or any transmission of non-public data. Under the ITAR, the release is deemed to be an export to all countries in which the foreign person has held or holds citizenship or holds permanent residency. Under the EAR, the release is deemed to be an export to the foreign person鈥檚 most recent country of citizenship or permanent residency.
Foreign Person/Foreign National 鈥 A foreign person, often used synonymously with foreign national, is an individual (or entity) that is not a U.S. person. The definition of U.S. person may vary depending on the set of U.S. export regulations, and in some cases within a given set of regulations. While it is important to understand that nuance, a basic working definition of U.S. person includes: U.S. citizens; lawful permanent residents (green card holders); refugees, asylees, or other protected individuals; or entities incorporated under the laws of the United States.
Lawful Permanent Resident 鈥 This is an immigration status bestowed upon an individual by the U.S. Government or a foreign government. Under U.S. export law, individuals with lawful permanent residency in the U.S. (i.e., Green Card Holders) are considered U.S. persons, and permitted to access technology and technical data that is restricted to foreign persons by U.S. export control laws. Lawful Permanent Residents typically would not hold a U.S. visa.
U.S. Person 鈥 The definition of U.S. person may vary depending on the set of U.S. export regulations, and in some cases within a given set of regulations. While it is important to understand that nuance, a basic working definition of U.S. person includes U.S. citizens; lawful permanent residents (green card holders); refugees, asylees, or other protected individuals; or entities incorporated under the laws of the United States.
U.S. Sanctions 鈥 The U.S. department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) implements and enforces U.S. sanctions on behalf of the U.S. Government. Sanctions may be comprehensive or targeted in nature. Comprehensive sanctions affect an entire country, while targeted sanctions impact only designated individuals and/or entities.
Guide & Reference Materials
Guide & Reference Materials
Contact
Office Email: exportcontrol@bc.edu
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Michael (MJ) Curry
Associate Director of Export Controls and Sanctions Compliance
617-552-2068
michael.curry@bc.edu
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Leigh-Alistair Barzey
Director of Research Security, Integrity, and Compliance听
617-552-1144
leigh-alistair.barzey@bc.edu听
EthicsPoint Hotline
The University ethics reporting hotline provides an anonymous channel for employees to facilitate reporting of possible illegal, unethical, or improper conduct when normal channels of communication are not available or are impractical under the circumstances. You can submit an anonymous report through the EthicsPoint Hotline at听