Religious works Regular importing bodies are allowed to import up to 50% by value of their imports in the year ending 31st August, 193, Applications from the occasional importer of religious material are considered on their merits. All other books Licences are refused unless there are special circumstances, such as the support of a Government Department. American Periodicals Appendix 2 shows the periodicals which may be imported and the number of copies allowed for each. This list was prepared in consultation with the Ministry of Information.