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Overview
The following goods may be imported into Thailand without incurring customs duty:
• 200 cigarettes or 250g of cigars or tobacco. • 1L of alcohol. • Goods to the value of ฿10,000. Prohibited Imports
Prohibited imports include obscene and pornographic objects and publications, goods displaying the Thai national flag, narcotics, counterfeit currency, fake Royal/official seals, and pirated and counterfeit goods.
Restricted imports include drugs, food, weapons and ammunition, antiques and artworks, and endangered species.
Any drug-related offences are severely punished and may result in life imprisonment or even the death penalty.
Prohibited Exports
There are restrictions on the export of illegal drugs and all firearms and ammunition. The export of archaeological items or anything with historical value, religious artefacts and images of the Buddha requires a certificate of authorisation from the Department of Fine Arts in Thailand. Radio transceiver equipment, plant and living materials, live animals or products, medicines and chemicals also require a permit from the relevant government agency.
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