France Dutyfree Limits

Dutyfree Limits

It is important to check with your travel agent for up to date information regarding duty free allowances, as legislation and allowances change often.

At the time of writing the following goods may be imported into France without incurring customs duty by passengers 17 years of age or older arriving from non-EU countries:

200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 100 cigarillos or 250g of tobacco.

1l of spirits over 22%, or 2l of alcoholic beverage up to 22%.

2l of wine.

50g of perfume and 250ml of eau de toilette.

Medication: quantities corresponding to the needs of the patient.

Other goods up to the value of €175 (€90 per person under 15 years of age).

Travellers entering from EU countries (goods obtained duty & tax paid - guidance levels)

800 cigarettes, 400 cigarillos, 200 cigars & 1 kg of tobacco

10 lit of spirits, 20 lit of fortified wine, 90 lit of wine (of which, a max of 60 lit of sparkling wine) & 110 lit of beer

In certain cases, the VAT tax can be claimed back on some purchases.

When leaving France, your duty free allowance will depend on which country you are travelling to, so it is wise to check with your travel agent or the consulate from your destination country.

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