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BIS Export Guidance on Humanitarian Relief Support for Japan

The Bureau of Industry and Security has posted a notice stating that it supports all efforts for emergency support and humanitarian relief for Japan involving items subject to the Export Administration Regulations. However, most shipments of dual-use items exported to…

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Japan do not require a Commerce license. BIS states that if one plans to export items in support of current relief efforts in Japan and thinks that a license may be required, they should contact BIS for guidance. If a license is required, expedited processing may be requested. Further information is available by calling the Exporter Counseling Staff at 202-482-4811.