Customs

Temporary Import of Vehicles

Passenger vehicles may be brought into Thailand for purposes of tourism for up to six months. Necessary documents for the application include a valid international driving license and passport, vehicle registration (or authorization documents from the owner for borrowed vehicles), and a cash guarantee, bank guarantee or ‘self-guarantee’ equivalent to the value of the vehicle plus 20%. If the vehicle is imported through Pakistan Airport or Karachi Port a cash guarantee or bank guarantee is essential. For further information, contact the Customs Department, Tel. ___________________, Fax ___________________

Import/Availability of Liquor

Import of liquor is not allowed, however, if somebody brings in some quantity by mistake, he/she should declare it to the Customs Officer who detain the liquor against a receipt and return to the tourist on his/her departure from Pakistan. Non-Muslim foreign tourists can purchase liquor from an authorized vendor in Pakistan (usually a 5 or 4 star hotel). Hotels having a liquor-vending license can also sell liquor to non-Muslim foreign tourists staying in the hotel. Please note the drinking at public places is prohibited.

Exports

Foreign tourists can export precious stones or jewelry (except gold jewelry) up to a value of Rs.2000 without any permission or duty (for Afghans, Bangladeshi and Iranians; up to Rs.1000). Export of antiques (such as Gandhara statues etc) and drugs is prohibited.