Entered into force January 26, 1973.

In accordance with Article 15, paragraph 3, the Convention entered into force thirty days following the date of the deposit of instruments of ratification by ten States signatory to this Convention which participated in the Montreal Conference. In accordance with Article 15, paragraph 4, for other States, this Convention shall enter into force on the date of entry into force of this Convention in accordance with Article 15, paragraph 3, or thirty days following the date of deposit of their instruments of ratification or accession, whichever is later.

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