Cigarettes from the EU Abroad: Duty-Free Allowance Not Dropping for Now
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Those who buy cigarettes in another EU country may currently bring up to four cartons into Germany. One carton corresponds to ten packs. This rule therefore still applies, and the duty-free allowance remains unchanged for the time being.
According to recent reports, however, a reform is being considered. Under a new regulation, the permitted quantity could be significantly reduced. When and in what form such a change might come, however, has not yet been decided.
For travelers, this means that when buying tobacco products abroad, they must continue to observe the familiar limits. Anyone who brings more than the permitted quantity must expect to pay taxes and duties. The duty-free allowance applies to private use and is intended to make purchases for personal needs easier.
The debate shows that the rules for cross-border trade in tobacco products in Germany are regularly discussed. Travelers should therefore check the current situation before traveling abroad, especially if they wish to buy larger quantities.
Sources: SZ.de
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