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Passengers go through customs after they disembark from their flight or ship
and before entering the country's territory.
2. Customs officials may ask passengers about the purpose of their trip, the
items they are bringing into the country, the duration of their stay, and
whether they are carrying any restricted or prohibited items. They may also
inquire about the value of goods being imported for customs declaration
purposes.
3. Items that are typically liable to duty include:
- Alcohol and tobacco products exceeding the duty-free allowance.
- Luxury items such as jewelry, watches, and high-value electronics.
- Agricultural products or food items subject to agricultural restrictions or
tariffs.
- Certain types of medication or medical devices.
- Firearms and ammunition.
- Items intended for commercial use or resale.
It's important for travelers to familiarize themselves with the specific duty
regulations of the country they are entering to avoid any surprises or fines at
customs. It is also sometimes necessary to describe the object of
transportation orally or in writing. This will help to better cope with customs
formalities.
4. Duty-free items include:
- Goods purchased within the duty-free allowance specified by the
country's customs regulations, such as alcohol, tobacco, and perfume.
- Certain luxury items, electronics, and accessories sold at duty-free shops
in airports, ports, and border crossings.
- Some travel-related products like cosmetics, clothing, and souvenirs,
depending on the destination and local regulations.
- Items purchased aboard international flights or cruises, often at reduced
prices due to tax exemptions.
However, duty-free allowances and regulations vary by country, so it's
essential for travelers to check the specific rules of their destination before
making purchases or crossing borders.
5. Whether presents are duty-free or liable to duty depends on several factors,
including the value of the gift, the recipient's relationship to the giver, and
the customs regulations of the country.
However, gifts exceeding the duty-free allowance or considered commercial
in nature may be subject to duties and taxes.It's advisable for travelers to
declare any gifts they are bringing into a country to customs officials and to
familiarize themselves with the specific gift allowance and duty regulations
of the destination country to avoid any issues or penalties.
6. The last time I went through customs was when I was going to France with
the team. According to all the rules, the customs officer inspected us, asked
 for our documents, asked if there were any prohibited items in the luggage
and asked someone to show their belongings.
7. It was on the border with France. However, we had to stand in line for a long
time at the exit and this was probably the only time when I stood at the
border for so long.
8. The purpose of my trip was, to say the least, business. We went to perform
with the team. Therefore, it can hardly be called a simple trip.
9. After checking all the documents, we were asked to wait so that they could
put signatures and stamps in our passports, and one of the girls went outside
the territory allowed for free movement on the border and she almost had to
pay a fine.
10.Nothing special. Only things like:
- Clothing and shoes
- Toiletries and personal hygiene products
- Medications for my personal use (with prescription)
- Electronic devices such as laptop, smartphone, and camera
- Personal documents
- Books
- Small souvenirs or gifts for personal use

1. I don't know what can be transported through the border without restrictions.
2. When crossing the border, you are obliged to report all the foreign currency in
your possession. It can be exchanged for Ukrainian national currency at the
customs office.
3. Here is the license of the Ministry of Trade for the export of this equipment. The
duty was paid by me in advance.
4. I did not know that these goods were subject to customs restrictions. I don't have
money with me to pay the customs duty. Keep them with you and give me an
acquittance, please.
5. I would ask you to inspect my luggage as soon as possible. My plane leaves in
two hours.
6. All these things are items to customs restrictions. You will be forced to provide
us with detailed data on their quantity, weight and price by filling out the form.
7. These items are subject to customs duty at the rate of 70% of their value.
8. We didn't know what items are liable to duty and decided to ask the customs
officer about it.
9. The customs declaration is filled out by every person who has reached the age of
16.
10. The customs declaration is kept for the entire period of temporary entry or exit
and is presented to the customs authorities when the citizen returns.
11. I have goods with me and in my luggage, which are liable to declare and its
movement across the border is carried out according to the permission documents
of the relevant competent bodies.
12. In the case of going through the customs, citizens declare the amount of
national currency and other currency in cash or the number of articles made of
precious metals.
13. It is known that reporting inaccurate information in the declaration entails
responsibility in accordance with current legislation.
14. Goods and other items are stored in a customs warehouse under customs
control.
15. Customs control zones. At checkpoints across the state border of Ukraine, the
customs authorities, in agreement with the border troops, establish customs control
zones. At points on the customs border of Ukraine, which are the boundaries of
special customs zones, the customs office independently determines the territories
of the customs control zones.
16. Forms of customs control. Customs control is carried out by customs officials
by checking the documents necessary for such control, customs inspection
(inspection of vehicles, goods and other items, personal inspection), re-inspection,
accounting of items that are moved across the customs border of Ukraine, as well
as in other forms that do not contradict the laws of Ukraine.
17. Obligations of the declarant. The declarant is obliged to:
- present to customs goods and other items moving throughcustoms border
of Ukraine;
- submit documents containing data necessary for customs control and
customs clearance to customs;
- to pay duty and customs fees, if the goods and other items are subject to
customs taxation.
Last year I was in Great Britain on business. I made two contracts with the British
firms and in a few days was leaving London. I decided to fly to Kyiv. When I
arrived at the airport there were a lot of passengers there. They were flying to
different countries of the world. After I had done some formalities I went to the
custom-house.
After I had done some formalities, I went to the custom-house. As I approached the
customs official, I noticed a commotion nearby. Curious, I edged closer to see
what was happening. To my surprise, the customs officials were detaining a group
of travelers who were attempting to smuggle valuable artifacts out of the country.
Being a witness to the scene, I was asked to provide a statement to the authorities.
My cooperation helped uncover a larger smuggling operation, and as a result, the
customs officials were able to apprehend the culprits and recover the stolen
artifacts.
Grateful for my assistance, the customs officials expedited my own customs
clearance, allowing me to catch my flight to Kyiv just in time. As I boarded the
plane, I couldn't help but reflect on the twist of events and the importance of
integrity, even in the world of business travel.
After I disembark the plane, all my documents were checked again, I collected my
personal belongings, thanked the airport staff for a good job and returned home.