Ivory & CITES-Listed Items → Malaysia

Ivory & CITES-Listed Items import prohibited

Details

Trade in elephant ivory is banned under CITES Appendix I listings. Both import and export of new ivory are prohibited in virtually all countries that are CITES parties. Antique ivory (pre-1947 and in some markets pre-1975 with documentation) may be e. Enforcement in Malaysia carries fines from MYR 0 to MYR 0. In the reverse direction (taking ivory & cites-listed items out of Malaysia): prohibited — Elephant ivory may not be taken out of Malaysia — CITES Appendix I listing and domestic ivory laws prohibit cross-border movement of post-1975 ivory, and antique exemptions require permits.

Leaving with this item

Elephant ivory may not be taken out of Malaysia — CITES Appendix I listing and domestic ivory laws prohibit cross-border movement of post-1975 ivory, and antique exemptions require permits.

Practical advice

Do not bring ivory & cites-listed items to this country. Penalties may be severe. If unsure, declare on arrival — declared goods at worst attract duty or surrender, while undeclared goods found in screening are seized and fined.

Customs authority

Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD) · https://www.customs.gov.my