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Customs and tax refunds

When returning to France or departing abroad, be sure to follow customs formalities. 

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Everything you need to know

Purchases within a member country of the European Union

Within the European Union, purchases for non-commercial purposes are not subject to duties and taxes when you leave or return to France.

You pay VAT directly in the country where you make your purchases.

There are, however, restrictions for certain products, such as: 

Restrictions

Restrictions : tobacco

  • 800 cigarettes
  • 400 cigarillos
  • 200 cigars
  • 1kg of tobacco maximum

Restrictions : alcohol

  • Spirits: 10l maximum 
  • Wine: 90l maximum (including 60L of sparkling wine) 
  • Beer: 110l 
Everything you need to know

Purchases in non-European Union countries

When you arrive in France, customs and tax allowances in terms of quantity and value apply, depending on the category of goods you are carrying, if you have made purchases in :

  • In a country that is not a member of the European Union (third country),
  • In a territory excluded from the Community customs territory

Overseas collectivities such as French Polynesia, St-Pierre-et-Miquelon, Wallis and Futuna, or New Caledonia and Saint-Barthélémy, for example,

  • In a third country for tax purposes

Overseas departments such as French Guiana, Réunion, Guadeloupe and Martinique, or Saint-Martin, the Channel Islands and the Canary Islands, for example.

Declaration of sums and securities

Over 10 000€ :

  • Sums, securities or valuables must be declared to the customs authorities.  

Certain goods are prohibited or subject to special formalities :

  • Such as: arms and ammunition, plants, animals, medicines, alcoholic beverages and tobacco.

More information : French Customs website 

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Make your trip easier!

To go further

  • Travel formalities

    For peace of mind, plan ahead by checking essential formalities: passports, visas, residence permits, and country-specific requirements.

  • Security checks

    Everything you need to know about security checks for a stress-free departure from Montpellier.

  • Luggage

    Properly preparing your hand and checked luggage is an important step before your trip. Knowing the best practices is essential.

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