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Tax free and duty free shopping is available after security control in both North & South Terminals at Aberdeen Airport. Here we provide detailed information on duty free allowances. |
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Tax free shopping is available to any passenger travelling within the EU or International long haul, whilst passengers flying outside of the EU are also entitled to Duty Free products that offer extra savings.
Passengers should take note of the customs allowances outlined below, as well as items that are prohibited and restricted from being brought into the UK from any destination.
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Tax free shopping prices are equivalent to the selling price before Value Added Tax at 17.5% has been added. A price comparison tag on goods at the airport will show which products are available at tax free prices.
Passengers may need to pay tax on purchases when arriving at the final destination outside the EU, or when bringing the purchases back. However, certain products are excluded, such as items from bookstores, newsagents, pharmacies, duty paid items, etc.
Duty Free products offer extra savings to passengers travelling outside of the EU.
The following 25 countries are currently in the European Union: |
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EU Member Nations |
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Austria
Belgium
Cyprus*
Czech Rep
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
The Irish Republic
Italy
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Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
The Netherlands
Poland
Portugal
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain**
Sweden
UK*** |
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| * The whole of Cyprus is part of the EU, however, goods from any area in Cyprus not under effective control of the Government of the Republic of Cyprus, are treated as non-EU imports |
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| ** Not Including the Canary Islands |
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| *** Not including The Channel Islands |
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Although Gibraltar is part of the EU, it is outside the Community Customs territory, and therefore, customs allowances for outside the EU apply.
Passengers should keep their boarding card handy as this will need to be presented each time a purchase is made after security.
Passengers can visit the World Duty Free website before travelling to see the fragrances, beauty products, tobacco and alcohol available from the airport duty free. The website also offers the low down on the products available and some handy Duty Free hints and tips. Click Here to visit the World Duty Free website (www.worlddutyfree.com)
The World Duty Free shops launch many products before they are available anywhere else in the World, so passengers can try out the latest developments in technology, and model the new fashions before they reach the high street.
International travellers flying into Cardiff International Airport can also shop at the tax free World Shopping Arrivals store before they leave the security area within the Airport. The shop holds a wide range of fragrances, cosmetics, electrical goods and duty paid alcohol and tobacco. |
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UK Airport customs allowances ... |
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Duty and tax free allowances vary depending on each passenger’s final destination.
When travelling from the EU into the UK, the following items can be bought without incurring customs duty:
- 200 cigarettes, or 100 cigarillos, or 50 cigars, or 250g of tobacco
- 1 Litre of alcoholic beverages stronger than 22%, or 2 Litres of still table wine, or fortified or sparkling wine, or other liqueurs
- 50g of perfume and 250ml of toilet water
- Other goods including souvenirs up to the value of £145
- Goods obtained duty and tax paid in the EU are unlimited
The Channel Islands are treated as being outside of the EU for the Duty Free section.
If you bring goods into an EU Country that have had tax paid, no tax or duty will have to be paid on them when entering the UK. However, any alcohol or tobacco brought into the Country must be transported by the passenger and for the passengers own use (i.e. own consumption and gifts).
Any goods brought into the Country for resale or for payment of any kind, will be regarded as for commercial purpose.
If Customs have any reason to suspect that goods are being brought into the Country for commercial purpose, a Customs Officer is likely to ask you a selection of questions and make checks.
An idea of questions that a Customs Officer may ask are the type and quantity of goods that have been bought, why they were bought and how much was paid, how often the passenger travels and how much alcohol and tobacco the passenger normally consumes. Any other relevant circumstances may also be covered.
A Customs Officer will also take into account whether the excess goods look as though they have been concealed, or whether they have been visibly displayed.
Customs are likely to suspect if the following quantities are being imported:
- 3,200 cigarettes
- 200 cigars
- 400 cigarillos
- 3kg tobacco
- 110 Litres of beer
- 90 Litres of wine
- 10 Litres of spirits
- 20 Litres of fortified wine (i.e. port or sherry)
If Customs consider that the goods being imported are for commercial use, the goods may be seized and not returned. Likewise, if you are caught selling alcohol or tobacco goods, they may be seized. This is a serious offence and could result in up to seven years in prison.
Most Countries have their own laws on how much tobacco and alcohol you may have in your possession. Some Countries require you to carry documents covering the goods in your possession. When planning on buying larger amounts of alcohol or tobacco, check with the Country’s Authorities before you purchase the goods.
When arriving back in the UK passengers must collect the exact amount of goods that were bought and stored on the aircraft for the duration of the flight.
NOTE: Some EU Countries have their own special rules for cigarettes and some tobacco products: |
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Special Restrictions |
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Czech Republic |
200 cigarettes, or
250g smoking tobacco, or
50 cigars, or
100 cigarillos |
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Estonia |
200 cigarettes, or
250g of smoking tobacco* |
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Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia & Slovenia |
200 Cigarettes* |
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| * From these Countries, there is no limit on other tobacco products as long as they are for the passengers own consumption. |
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Restricted / Prohibited Items ... |
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The following items are prohibited from being brought into the UK from any destination:
- Unlicensed drugs
- Offensive weapons
- Indecent and obscene material featuring children
- Counterfeit and pirated goods
- Meat, dairy and other animal products
The following items are restricted from being brought into the UK from any destination:
- Firearms, explosives and ammunition
- Pornography
- Live animals, endangered species, certain plants and their produce
- Radio transmitters
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Importing Animals through a UK airport ... |
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The UK is one of the few places in the World that is completely free of rabies. In this respect, the laws on importing animals into the UK are very strict. Severe penalties are imposed on passengers trying to illegally import animals into the Country, and smuggled animals may be destroyed.
Passengers wishing to bring animals and birds into the UK must obtain an import licence at least six months before travelling.
Previously all cats and dogs brought into the Country had to spend six months in quarantine. Certain carriers and animals may now qualify for the PET Travel Scheme (PETS) and can therefore be brought into the UK without having to go through quarantine.
For further information about importing animals, contact: Alternatively, contact the nearest British mission in the Country you are located. |
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| Alternatively, contact the nearest British mission in the Country you are located |
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