France (FR)
Region: Europe · Currency: EUR · Languages: French
Standard EU customs rules apply. Outside the EU, common allowances based on value.
Duty-free allowances
gifts
EUR 430 (air/sea); EUR 300 (land).
alcohol
1 L spirits + 4 L wine + 16 L beer.
tobacco
200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250 g tobacco.
Item categories at a glance
Electronics
- CamerasAllowed
- DronesRestricted
- LaptopsAllowed
- Mobile PhonesAllowed
- Satellite PhonesRestricted
Food & Beverages
- AlcoholRestricted
- Fresh Fruit & VegetablesProhibited
- Meat & DairyProhibited
- Prepared SnacksAllowed
Gifts & Souvenirs
- Cultural ArtifactsRestricted
- General GiftsAllowed
- Luxury WatchesDeclare required
- Wildlife Products (CITES)Prohibited
Medications & Health Products
- Narcotics / ControlledProhibited
- Over-the-CounterAllowed
- Prescription MedicationsDeclare required
- Vitamins & SupplementsAllowed
Personal Belongings
- ClothingAllowed
- Firearms & AmmunitionProhibited
- JewelryDeclare required
- Sporting EquipmentAllowed
Permits & special notes
Required permits
No special permits noted for typical traveler items.
Special notes
- Cultural goods over 50 years old need export license from country of origin.
- Cash over EUR 10,000 must be declared.
Embassy & consulate
- FranceParis📞 +33 1 43 17 53 53✉️ consular@diplomatie.gouv.fr.exampleOfficial site →