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Can I bring a large painting in a tube on a flight out of Thailand without an export license?

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Jan 24, 2023

3 years ago

Ian **********

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hello, has anyone ever flown out of thailand with a large painting in a tube? just wondering if allowed as luggage by thai authorities in case they stop due to restrictions as I heard paintings need an export licence, my painting has no thai or buddhist themes but am trying to avoid the time and hassle for an export licenece to be authorised.. thanks

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The post discusses concerns about bringing a large painting in a tube on a flight out of Thailand, specifically regarding the need for an export license. Comments from community members suggest that similar items have been transported without issues, indicating that travelers often do not face problems at security and customs when carrying artwork, including posters and carvings.

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Jim **********

Stick it in big suitcase sorted

3 years ago

Bruce *****************

You will have no problems at all, those paintings get taken out all the time

3 years ago

Paul ********

I did fly out with a big wooden carved elephant once. Had to dump all our clothes just to get it through check in.

3 years ago

Brandon ************

I've flown out with a large poster in a tube. Had it in my backpack sticking way up out of the top at least 18 inches. No one ever asked anything though they did give me a weird look at security screening

3 years ago

Ian **********

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@Brandon ***********

mine is about 60 inches so will need to be sent as checked in

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