Do I have to declare Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) at France customs?

Only above the allowance. Up to 100 milliliters of Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) there is nothing to declare; beyond it you take the goods through the red channel and pay the duty.

What happens if I do not declare Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) in France?

If you declare the excess yourself, the normal duty becomes payable on the excess. Under Code des douanes, article L. 513-3, if it is treated as smuggling: it is prosecuted as a criminal offence. Under Code des douanes, article R. 515-5, 1°, if the goods are found without being declared: an administrative fine is imposed; the goods are confiscated.

Can I post or ship Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) to France instead of carrying it?

Not under this allowance. It covers goods a traveller carries; a parcel is an import and is assessed under the postal rules instead. Baggage sent before or after you travels under the same allowance.

Can I take Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) out of France?

France publishes no separate rule for taking Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) out; the destination's rules are what will apply.

Does the France limit for Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) apply per person or per family?

Per person. Each traveller carries their own allowance and it cannot be pooled with anyone else's.

Where does this rule come from?

Direction générale des douanes et droits indirects (DGDDI) states it in Articles réglementés ou interdits en avion et en hélicoptère. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19.

How does France compare with other countries on Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs)?

Of the 20 countries covered here, 0 prohibit Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs), 13 limit it and 7 let it through. France is among the ones that set a limit.

How much Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) can I bring into France?

Restricted

You can bring Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) into France only within the stated limits.

Cabin baggage —

Checked baggage —

Declaration Above allowance

Limit 100 milliliter

What you need to know

100 milliliter (3.38 fl oz)
Channels: Carried with the traveler

On the plane

Airline differences

Airline	Difference from the baseline
Air France	Stricter than the standard rule
British Airways	More permissive

Important

This allowance applies per person, not per family or group.

Official sources

Last verified 2026-09-19

Articles réglementés ou interdits en avion et en hélicoptère Ministère de la Transition écologique

Questions about Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) in France

How much Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) can I bring into France?: France allows 100 milliliters of Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) per traveller. Above that the goods are treated as an import and duty becomes payable. The allowance is per traveller and cannot be pooled between people.
Do I have to declare Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) at France customs?: Only above the allowance. Up to 100 milliliters of Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) there is nothing to declare; beyond it you take the goods through the red channel and pay the duty.
What happens if I do not declare Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) in France?: If you declare the excess yourself, the normal duty becomes payable on the excess. Under Code des douanes, article L. 513-3, if it is treated as smuggling: it is prosecuted as a criminal offence. Under Code des douanes, article R. 515-5, 1°, if the goods are found without being declared: an administrative fine is imposed; the goods are confiscated.
Can I post or ship Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) to France instead of carrying it?: Not under this allowance. It covers goods a traveller carries; a parcel is an import and is assessed under the postal rules instead. Baggage sent before or after you travels under the same allowance.
Can I take Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) out of France?: France publishes no separate rule for taking Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) out; the destination's rules are what will apply.
Does the France limit for Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) apply per person or per family?: Per person. Each traveller carries their own allowance and it cannot be pooled with anyone else's.
Where does this rule come from?: Direction générale des douanes et droits indirects (DGDDI) states it in Articles réglementés ou interdits en avion et en hélicoptère. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19.
How does France compare with other countries on Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs)?: Of the 20 countries covered here, 0 prohibit Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs), 13 limit it and 7 let it through. France is among the ones that set a limit.

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