Weapons, such as firearms and ammunition of certain categories, may be imported subject to a licence. For further information, please visitImport, Export and Transit of Weapons, Ammunition and Explosives.
Endangered animals, plants, and their derivative products protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) may require protected species permits. For further information, please visitCITES.
Cats, dogs, and ferrets are subject to a mandatory health inspection at the first point of entry on EU territory. They must also have a microchip or tattoo, and have been properly vaccinated against rabies. A Common Veterinary Entry Document certifying the healthy inspection must be provided with the customs declaration. Pets travelling within the EU must have a valid pet passport. For further information, please visit theState Veterinary Administration.
2kg of products of animal origin such as milk powder, baby food, and food for medical purposes can be brought in personal baggage as long as they are still packaged and do not require refrigeration.
Animal products, such as meat and dairy, from outside the EU are subject to veterinary inspections upon arrival. For further information, please visitThe Administration for Food Safety, Veterinary and Plant Protection.
Plants and their derivative products, including fruit and vegetables, may require a phytosanitary certificate upon arrival, and some may be prohibited from entry. For further information, please visitThe Administration for Food Safety, Veterinary and Plant Protection.
Wood packing materials may require a phytosanitary permit.
Narcotic medications may only be imported with an import licence issued by the Ministry of Health, and an export licence from the country of origin if required.
