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ICEFAT Newsletter #1 — 2006  

 
FACTS ABOUT BUDDHAS FROM THAILAND
  
 
Buddha images* are forbidden to be taken out of the Kingdom of Thailand without a license. Newly cast complete Buddha Images can be exported for worship, cultural exchange or educational purposes
with Licenses issued by the Fine Arts Department. Not more than five pieces per person shall be allowed.

Reproductions of antiquities can also be exported with licenses. Please allow four working days for license issuing process.

Here are the procedures to obtain a license for export of antiquities or Buddha images.

Bring the following documents:
 

• the application form
• two copies of front view photograph of the object(s)
• a photocopy of the applicant’s passport
You can apply for a license at any of the following places:

• Office of Archaeology and National Museums, Bangkok
• Chiang Mai National Museum, Ching Mai
• Songkhla National Museum, Songkhla
• Thalang National Museum, Phuket
  (*Bodhisattva images of related fragments a part of ancient Monuments and Prehistoric objects)  
  Information from S. TEERAWIT
Director Trans-Link Global Relocation Specialist
  

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