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petkar
Joined 2019
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4 years ago

Moving with Guitars

4 years ago

We are beginning to sort through our belongings for a move from the US to France in 2020. I am American, my wife French.
I have ten guitars that I would like to keep, but have been reading about the CITES agreement, concerning restrictions on types of wood used to make guitars.
I know that importers and exporters need special permits, but I can't find a definite answer as to whether or not I may need any permits. My oldest guitar was built in 1965, my newest in 2007, and I don't know what woods were used, or if it is even an issue.
I spoke with moving companies, and they don't think it is a problem. We plan on shipping our belongings in a container, and I am hoping that, since this is a permanent move, and these are our personal belongings, there will be no problem.
I am hoping to hear from someone who has been in the same situation. Any help/ advice would be appreciated,
Thank you,
Peter

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