INSTRUCTION ON THE EXPORT OF ANTIQUITIES

OR BUDDHA IMAGES FROM THE KINGDOM OF THAILAND

1.  Buddha images, Bodhisattva images or related fragments,  part of ancient monuments and prehistoric objects, are forbidden to be taken out of the Kingdom.  Newly cast Buddha images in complete condition can be exported for worship, cultural exchange or educational purposes with licenses issued by the Fine Arts Department.  Not more than 5 pieces per person shall be allowed.

(more information contact to 0 2628 5033)

2    Reproductions of antiquities can also be exported with licenses.

3.    Procedures to obtain a license for export of antiquities or Buddha images:

3.1    The following documents should be produced together with the application form:

         a)    two copies (3x5 inches) of front view photograph of the object(s)

         b)    a photocopy of the applicant’s passport

                     (in case of export of Buddha images the photocopy of passport must be

                     certified as true copy by the respective Embassy or Consulate in Thailand)

         3.2   Bring the object(s) and the documents to apply for a license at any of the following

  places:

         a)   Office of  National Museums, 81/1 Si Ayutthaya Road,

                    Theves, Dusit, Bangkok, Tel: 0 2628 5033

         b)   Chiang Mai National Mrseum, Superhighway Road, Amphoe Muag

                    Chiang Mai  Tel :  (053) 221 - 308

         c)   Songkhla National Museaum, 13/1 Jana Road, Tambon Bohyang,Amphoe

                     Muang, Songkhla, Tel : (074) 311- 728, 311 - 881

         d)   Thalang National museuam, Tambon Si Sunthorn, Amphoe

                      Thalang, Phuket,  Tel :  (076) 311 - 426

 3.3   Please allow  2  working days for license issuing process.