What French customs regulations should visitors should be aware of?
French customs regulations prohibit the transportation of meat and dairy products for personal consumption, as well as certain plants and plant-based products. Only firearms used explicitly for sport are allowed into the country. These must be accompanied by documentation and surrendered at port of origin to customs officials. Only limited quantities of ammunition are allowed. As a visitor to France you may be able to claim a tax refund (on VAT) for eligible goods you take home. This is most easily done at duty-free shops, often found in airports, who simply dont charge you tax in the first place. In other cases you can apply to receive the refund by mail. However, requirements and paperwork are complicated and should be put into motion before leaving France.
