External Trade Act (Cap. 163), Act No. 16 of 1958.

The Minister may prohibit absolutely or limit the import of any class of goods from or originating in any country without a licence granted under the provisions of section 4, as well as may prohibit absolutely or limit the exportation of any goods from Antigua and Barbuda to any country without a licence granted under the provisions of section 6. This Act underlines that the prohibited and restricted goods should not be brought into Antigua and Barbuda in contravention of an Order made under section 3(1)(a) and 3(1)(b). This Act sets forth procedures and principles of licensing for the import and export of goods; and sets forth provisions on the cancellation of licenses, offences and penalties, liabilities of the officers of the corporate body and employees, and the authorities of the Comptroller of Customs. The Comptroller of Customs may seize the imported goods and if it appears that the goods were not brought into Antigua and Barbuda in contravention of this Act, then the Comptroller of Customs may restore the goods to the owner or importer. The Comptroller of Customs may direct that goods of a perishable nature shall be sold by public auction in accordance with this Act.