Jordan's Ancient Treasures Stay Banned at U.S. Borders Until 2030
Published Date: 3/21/2025
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Summary
The U.S. is extending import restrictions on certain ancient artifacts from Jordan until January 14, 2030. This means collectors, museums, and traders must follow these rules to help protect Jordan’s cultural treasures from illegal trade. The new rule kicks in on March 21, 2025, keeping the fight against artifact smuggling strong and clear.
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Jordan artifact import restrictions extended
If you are a collector, museum, dealer, or importer, U.S. import restrictions on certain archaeological material from Jordan will be enforced again starting March 21, 2025 and will continue through January 14, 2030. The restrictions apply to Jordanian archaeological material that is at least 250 years old, dating from the Paleolithic period (about 1.5 million B.C.) to the middle of the Ottoman period in Jordan (A.D. 1750), and such importation remains restricted unless the conditions in 19 U.S.C. 2606 and 19 CFR 12.104c are met. Enforcement had ended on February 2, 2025 in the absence of a final rule but is reinstated upon publication of this rule.
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