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Customs & Cash — Italy
What travelers need to know about customs & cash in Italy. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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PROHIBITED
Tourists can be fined or detained for buying counterfeit goods (usually fashion accessories) in Italy.
On-the-spot fines or detention; goods may be seized.
§ US State DeptRESTRICTED
Italy applies a EUR 10,000 (or equivalent) cash limit on both entry and exit, above which a declaration is required.
Undeclared cash may be detained and you may face penalties.
§ US State DeptRecommended for travelers · partner
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