According to the laws of the Republic of Turkey,it is strictly prohibited to export antiquities, minerals or objects found on site, even if they have no cultural or historical value.


Can you take stones through customs?

According to the laws of the Republic of Turkey, it is strictly prohibited to export antiquities, minerals or objects found on site, even if they have no cultural or historical value.

Can you take stones through airport security?

Travelers entering with souvenirs such as rocks and stones, beach sand, or Irish peat must declare and present items for inspection at entry.

What stones are mined in Turkey?

Checked Bags: Yes

For more prohibited items, please go to the 'What Can I Bring?'

Can you take stones home from Greece?

Turkey's gemstones include well-known species such as diaspore, chalcedony, and purple jade, as well as unusual specimens of lesser-known gems.

Can we carry stones in international flight?

It should be noted that it is illegal to take pebbles and shells from Greek beaches, and tourists flouting the rules can incur fines of between €400 and €1,000.

Can I take stone from the beach?

For carry-on luggage, ensure your rocks don't have sharp edges that could be construed as a security threat. Wrap them securely to avoid any accidents. In checked bags, cushion your rocks amidst your clothes or use bubble wrap to protect them from the bumps and drops of transit.

Can you travel with precious stones?

It says it's against the law to take any natural materials from the beach. The Coast Protection Act 1949 states that people are not allowed to remove natural materials like sand, shells and pebbles.

Can I take crystals in my carry-on?

If flying, be sure to check security guidelines as some places may have rules against bringing minerals, gems, or rocks into the country - especially when it comes to international travel. Consider wearing gemstone jewelry as its the easiest way to travel with your crystals in tow.

Can you bring gemstones on a plane internationally?

Many foreigners ask whether it is possible to export shells and stones from Turkey? It is better not to take them to your home, as the customs control service may classify them as natural values. Other rules for duty-free export: Tobacco products – 3 blocks or 2 kg of cigarettes or cigarette/hookah tobacco.

Can you bring stones from Turkey?

Zultanite is relatively new to the jewelry world (commercial production started in 2006), and is only found via one source in the world: a remote mountain area in Anatolia, Turkey. The rare gemstone is exclusively mined by Ottoman Gem (Suisse), GmbH, at the height of just above 4,000 ft.

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