Can I bring Gold and Precious Metals to France?

Gold and Precious MetalsFrance

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⚠️ Allowed with Conditions

⚠️ Allowed with Conditions

✅ Declaration Requirements

Required

Form needed: Customs Declaration for high value

📌 Quick Summary

Status:⚠️ ⚠️ Allowed with Conditions
Declaration:✅ Required

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Last Updated:February 13, 2026

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📝 Important Notes

  • **⚠️ CONDITIONAL — Declare High Value** Personal jewelry worn during travel is fine
  • Declare valuable items over €10,000
  • France is home to legendary jewelry houses: Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron, Chaumet
  • Place Vendôme in Paris is the world's most prestigious jewelry address

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