The research question addressed in this study focuses on whether economic sanctions form part of the legal framework of the European Union and, if they do, how they are governed. The study explores the idea that sanctions, particularly economic ones, are an integral component of the EU's legal system. Within the EU, the term "acquis" is used to encompass various aspects of the legal framework, including primary and secondary legislation, instruments related to the Common Foreign and Security Policy, and rulings from the European Court of Justice. In addition to these components, specific provisions within the acquis are relevant to the study, such as chapter 3 pertaining to service provision freedom, chapter 23 addressing justice and human rights, and chapter 31 focusing on external security and defense policy. The analysis will examine how these elements of the acquis are applied in the context of sanctions, exploring their development within the EU legal system, the legislative framework of the EU, and the jurisprudence of the European Court of Justice. It is important to note that this study does not delve into the legality of unilateral economic sanctions imposed by the EU on states, individuals, or entities under international law, but it does refer to existing literature on this topic. The key findings of the research indicate that economic sanctions are indeed part of the EU's legal framework, though there are inconsistencies in their implementation.