Do I have to declare eggs at Italy customs?

Only above the allowance. Up to 2 kilograms of eggs 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 eggs in Italy?

Under Agenzia delle dogane e dei Monopoli, Carta doganale del viaggiatore, if you declare the excess yourself: the normal duty becomes payable on the excess. Under ADM, Carta doganale del viaggiatore: the goods are held until you leave the country; the goods are confiscated. Under Decreto legislativo 26 settembre 2024, n. 141, Articolo 96, comma 1, if the goods are found without being declared: an administrative fine is imposed; the goods are confiscated.

Can I post or ship eggs to Italy 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 eggs out of Italy?

Italy publishes no separate rule for taking eggs out; the destination's rules are what will apply.

Does the Italy limit for eggs 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?

Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM) states it in Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/2122. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19.

How does Italy compare with other countries on eggs?

Of the 20 countries covered here, 3 prohibit eggs, 13 limit it and 4 let it through. Italy is among the ones that set a limit.

How much Eggs can I bring into Italy?

Restricted

You can bring Eggs into Italy only within the stated limits.

Cabin baggage —

Checked baggage —

Declaration Above allowance

Limit 2 kilogram

What you need to know

2 kilogram (4.41 lb)
Channels: Carried with the traveler

Important

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

Official sources

Last verified 2026-09-19

Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/2122 European Commission

Questions about Eggs in Italy

How much eggs can I bring into Italy?: Italy allows 2 kilograms of eggs 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 eggs at Italy customs?: Only above the allowance. Up to 2 kilograms of eggs 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 eggs in Italy?: Under Agenzia delle dogane e dei Monopoli, Carta doganale del viaggiatore, if you declare the excess yourself: the normal duty becomes payable on the excess. Under ADM, Carta doganale del viaggiatore: the goods are held until you leave the country; the goods are confiscated. Under Decreto legislativo 26 settembre 2024, n. 141, Articolo 96, comma 1, if the goods are found without being declared: an administrative fine is imposed; the goods are confiscated.
Can I post or ship eggs to Italy 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 eggs out of Italy?: Italy publishes no separate rule for taking eggs out; the destination's rules are what will apply.
Does the Italy limit for eggs 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?: Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM) states it in Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/2122. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19.
How does Italy compare with other countries on eggs?: Of the 20 countries covered here, 3 prohibit eggs, 13 limit it and 4 let it through. Italy is among the ones that set a limit.

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