People returning from a non -member of the European Union (EU) are authorized to import limited quantities of cigarettes and alcohol in Belgium. In other words, tourists can import 200 cigarettes, two liters of champagne and a liter of whiskey. If they have larger quantities on them, they must declare them, under penalty of fine.
“Sellers in Duty Free shops often deceive people,” warns the general customs administrator Kristian Vanderwaeren. He therefore advises tourists to find out about the rules.
Regarding other goods, those of value greater than 430 euros per person must be declared. Anyone traveling to Belgium from a country outside the EU with more than 10,000 euros in cash must also declare it to customs.
In the event of suspicion of money laundering, the case will be sent to the police. According to Mr. Vanderwaeren, infractions related to the transport of cash is often linked to drug trafficking.
In addition, after the history of ants traffic in Kenya, customs advise against the transport of animal and vegetable species. It is also preferable to leave cultural goods, such as stones from archaeological sites, in their country of origin. Fresh products, such as meat and dairy products, are also confiscated by customs. Drugs and weapons are prohibited.
All products purchased in a member state of the EU (including taxes) can enter the country in the franchise of import rights, if they are goods intended for personal use.
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