Can I bring Gold and Precious Metals to Germany?
Gold and Precious MetalsโGermany
โ ๏ธ
โ ๏ธ Allowed with Conditions
โ ๏ธ Allowed with Conditions
โ Declaration Requirements
โ Required
Form needed: Customs Declaration for high value
๐ Quick Summary
Status:โ ๏ธ โ ๏ธ Allowed with Conditions
Declaration:โ
Required
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Last Updated:February 13, 2026
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๐ Important Notes
- โข**โ ๏ธ CONDITIONAL โ Declare High Value** Personal jewelry worn during travel is duty-free
- โขGold bars/bullion must be declared
- โขNew jewelry over โฌ430 may attract duty + 19% VAT
- โขGermany 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 โฌ430 should be declared.
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