How do export controls interact with SCI?

• A. Export controls apply only to physical files
• B. No licensing for disclosures to friendly countries
• C. SCI handling must comply with export control laws; ensure any foreign disclosures are properly licensed and approved
• D. Export controls are separate and not relevant

Answer: (C)

Export controls govern how controlled information, including SCI, can be released to foreign persons, entities, or destinations. In the SCI environment, any disclosure to a non-U.S. person—whether spoken, written, electronic, or through another medium—must be reviewed against export control requirements. If a foreign disclosure is involved, you need the appropriate license or written authorization before sharing the information. This is why SCI handling must align with export control laws and ensure any foreign disclosures are properly licensed and approved. It isn’t limited to physical files, and licensing is required for disclosures to friendly countries; export controls are relevant to safeguarding sensitive information.