Do I have to declare jewelry and precious metals at United Kingdom customs?

No — within the allowance it passes without a declaration.

What happens if I do not declare jewelry and precious metals in United Kingdom?

Under Control of Cash, if the goods are found without being declared: an administrative fine is imposed; the goods are confiscated.

Can I post or ship jewelry and precious metals to United Kingdom 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 jewelry and precious metals out of United Kingdom?

United Kingdom publishes no separate rule for taking jewelry and precious metals out; the destination's rules are what will apply.

Does the United Kingdom limit for jewelry and precious metals 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?

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) / Border Force states it in Bringing goods into the UK for personal use: Arriving in Great Britain. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19. The sentence it rests on reads: “You can bring in other goods worth up to £390 (or up to £270 if you arrive by private plane or boat).”

How does United Kingdom compare with other countries on jewelry and precious metals?

Of the 19 countries covered here, 0 prohibit jewelry and precious metals, 7 limit it and 12 let it through. United Kingdom is among the more permissive.

How much Jewelry and precious metals can I bring into United Kingdom?

Allowed

You can bring Jewelry and precious metals into United Kingdom without a special limit.

Carried Allowed

Declaration Not required

Limit 390 GBP

What you need to know

No stated quantity
Value cap: 390 GBP
Channels: Carried with the traveler

Important

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

Official sources

Last verified 2026-09-19

Bringing goods into the UK for personal use: Arriving in Great Britain HM Revenue & Customs / Home Office (GOV.UK)

Questions about Jewelry and precious metals in United Kingdom

How much jewelry and precious metals can I bring into United Kingdom?: United Kingdom publishes no quantity limit for jewelry and precious metals carried by a traveller. The allowance is per traveller and cannot be pooled between people.
Do I have to declare jewelry and precious metals at United Kingdom customs?: No — within the allowance it passes without a declaration.
What happens if I do not declare jewelry and precious metals in United Kingdom?: Under Control of Cash, if the goods are found without being declared: an administrative fine is imposed; the goods are confiscated.
Can I post or ship jewelry and precious metals to United Kingdom 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 jewelry and precious metals out of United Kingdom?: United Kingdom publishes no separate rule for taking jewelry and precious metals out; the destination's rules are what will apply.
Does the United Kingdom limit for jewelry and precious metals 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?: HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) / Border Force states it in Bringing goods into the UK for personal use: Arriving in Great Britain. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19. The sentence it rests on reads: “You can bring in other goods worth up to £390 (or up to £270 if you arrive by private plane or boat).”
How does United Kingdom compare with other countries on jewelry and precious metals?: Of the 19 countries covered here, 0 prohibit jewelry and precious metals, 7 limit it and 12 let it through. United Kingdom is among the more permissive.

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