Can I bring Gold and Precious Metals to Germany?

Gold and Precious Metalsโ†’Germany

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โš ๏ธ Allowed with Conditions

โš ๏ธ Allowed with Conditions

โœ… Declaration Requirements

โœ…Required

Form needed: Customs Declaration for high value

๐Ÿ“Œ Quick Summary

Status:โš ๏ธ โš ๏ธ Allowed with Conditions
Declaration:โœ… Required

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Last Updated:February 13, 2026

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๐Ÿ“ Important Notes

  • โ€ข**โš ๏ธ CONDITIONAL โ€” Declare High Value** Personal jewelry worn during travel is duty-free
  • โ€ขGold bars/bullion must be declared
  • โ€ขNew jewelry over โ‚ฌ430 may attract duty + 19% VAT
  • โ€ขGermany has a strong gold investment culture โ€” gold coins and bars are popular

โ“ More Questions

Do I declare gold jewelry?

Personal worn jewelry is duty-free. New items over โ‚ฌ430 should be declared.

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