Do I have to declare counterfeit and pirated goods at Italy customs?

There is nothing to declare — counterfeit and pirated goods cannot be brought in at all. Declaring it does not make it admissible; it hands it over.

What happens if I do not declare counterfeit and pirated goods 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 counterfeit and pirated goods 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 counterfeit and pirated goods out of Italy?

Italy publishes no separate rule for taking counterfeit and pirated goods out; the destination's rules are what will apply.

Does the Italy limit for counterfeit and pirated goods 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 Decreto-legge 14 marzo 2005, n. 35, articolo 1, commi 7 e 7-bis. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-20.

How does Italy compare with other countries on counterfeit and pirated goods?

Of the 20 countries covered here, 10 prohibit counterfeit and pirated goods, 7 limit it and 3 let it through. Italy is among the strictest.

Can I bring counterfeit and pirated goods to Italy?

Official classification: Counterfeit and pirated goods

Prohibited

You cannot bring counterfeit and pirated goods into Italy.

Cabin baggage —

Checked baggage —

Declaration Required — surrender

Limit No stated quantity

What you need to know

No stated quantity
Channels: Carried with the traveler

Important

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

Official sources

Last verified 2026-09-20

Decreto-legge 14 marzo 2005, n. 35, articolo 1, commi 7 e 7-bis Normattiva – Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato (Presidenza del Consiglio dei Ministri)

Questions about Counterfeit and pirated goods in Italy

Can I bring counterfeit and pirated goods to Italy?: counterfeit and pirated goods may not be brought into Italy at all. The allowance is per traveller and cannot be pooled between people.
Do I have to declare counterfeit and pirated goods at Italy customs?: There is nothing to declare — counterfeit and pirated goods cannot be brought in at all. Declaring it does not make it admissible; it hands it over.
What happens if I do not declare counterfeit and pirated goods 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 counterfeit and pirated goods 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 counterfeit and pirated goods out of Italy?: Italy publishes no separate rule for taking counterfeit and pirated goods out; the destination's rules are what will apply.
Does the Italy limit for counterfeit and pirated goods 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 Decreto-legge 14 marzo 2005, n. 35, articolo 1, commi 7 e 7-bis. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-20.
How does Italy compare with other countries on counterfeit and pirated goods?: Of the 20 countries covered here, 10 prohibit counterfeit and pirated goods, 7 limit it and 3 let it through. Italy is among the strictest.

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