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Extension of Import Restrictions on Archaeological Material of Costa Rica

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U.S. Customs and Border Protection extended import restrictions on archaeological materials from Costa Rica through January 15, 2031. This regulatory update affects importation of Costa Rican cultural artifacts and heritage items. The restriction aims to protect Costa Rican archaeological patrimony.
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SourceFed. Register
PublishedJanuary 14, 2026

This document amends the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations to reflect an extension of import restrictions on certain archaeological material from the Republic of Costa Rica, which were originally imposed by CBP Decision 21-06. The CBP regulations are being amended to reflect this extension through January 15, 2031.

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