Customs Foil Tax Evasion Attempt at Frankfurt Airport
Customs officials at Frankfurt am Main Airport thwarted a suspected tax evasion attempt on July 4th. A man, whose identity remains undisclosed, was caught carrying 87,500 cigarettes, far exceeding the EU's duty-free allowance of 200 cigarettes.
The 32-year-old Afghan national was intercepted upon returning from Istanbul, Turkey. The cigarettes, valued at over €2,300, were seized. Authorities are investigating whether this was a case of commercial smuggling, as undeclared goods intended for sale are prohibited. The man was suspected of tax evasion and a procedure was initiated against him. Customs remind travellers to declare any goods intended for commercial purposes at the red exit.
The man's attempt to evade taxes by smuggling cigarettes was foiled. The Main Customs Office Frankfurt am Main is now looking into potential commercial smuggling. The incident serves as a reminder for travellers to adhere to EU duty-free allowances and declare any goods intended for sale.
