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Efraim Diveroli

Efraim Diveroli is an American former arms dealer, convicted fraudster, and author.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Efraim Diveroli is an American former arms dealer, convicted fraudster, and author. He was associated with AEY, Inc., a weapons contracting company that won major U.S. Department of Defense contracts before his conviction in a federal fraud case. He became widely known through media coverage and the 2016 film *War Dogs*, which was inspired by the AEY story.

Early life

Sources identify Diveroli as being born on December 20, 1985. He is described as an American from Miami Beach, Florida.

AEY and arms contracting

Diveroli was connected to AEY, Inc., a company that won large U.S. government weapons contracts. The firm later became the subject of federal scrutiny over its ammunition supply chain.

Fraud conviction

Diveroli and David Packouz were convicted in a fraud case involving the U.S. government. Reporting on the case states that Diveroli pleaded guilty and received a four-year federal sentence.

Public portrayal

Diveroli's story was adapted loosely in the 2016 film *War Dogs*, which brought wider public attention to the AEY case.

Key facts

  • Diveroli was born on December 20, 1985, and is identified as an American former arms dealer and author.
  • He controlled AEY, Inc., which secured significant U.S. Department of Defense weapons contracts.
  • He and David Packouz were convicted of fraud in connection with AEY’s dealings with the U.S. government.
  • He was sentenced to four years in federal prison after pleading guilty.
  • He became widely known through the 2016 film *War Dogs*, inspired by the AEY story.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Efraim Diveroli?
He is an American former arms dealer, convicted fraudster, and author best known for his role in AEY, Inc. and a federal fraud case.
What was AEY, Inc.?
AEY, Inc. was a weapons contracting company that won major U.S. Department of Defense contracts before becoming embroiled in a fraud investigation.
Was Efraim Diveroli convicted?
Yes. Sources say he and David Packouz were convicted of fraud involving the U.S. government, and that Diveroli later received a four-year federal prison sentence.
What is Efraim Diveroli known for in popular culture?
He is one of the central real-life figures associated with *War Dogs*, a 2016 film inspired by the AEY case.
What is his nationality?
He is described in sources as American.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Efraim_Diveroli
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, occupation, AEY association
  2. Tribute — https://www.tribute.ca/inspiration/war-dogs/122/116911/
    Supports: Fraud conviction context and four-year prison sentence
  3. NBC Miami — https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/miami-beach-lord-of-war-gets-4-years-behind-bars/1882888/
    Supports: Four-year prison sentence and case context
  4. All That's Interesting — https://allthatsinteresting.com/efraim-diveroli-war-dogs-true-story
    Supports: AEY contracts and public profile connected to War Dogs