Includes a list of goods that are prohibited from being exported to the country or are otherwise restricted.

Under the Financial Balance and Social Protection Act, imports of motor vehicles over ten years old, except classic collectible cars, and passenger buses over thirteen years old are prohibited. Imports of refurbished and right-hand drive vehicles are also prohibited. Import restrictions are also imposed on firearms and ammunition, toxic waste and chemicals, pornographic material, and narcotics. Import restrictions are based on phyto-sanitary, public health, and national security factors.

Prepared by our U.S. Embassies abroad. With its network of 108 offices across the United States and in more than 75 countries, the U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce utilizes its global presence and international marketing expertise to help U.S. companies sell their products and services worldwide. Locate the U.S. Commercial Service trade specialist in the U.S. nearest you by visiting http://export.gov/usoffices.