Meat Products → Germany

EU rules apply; strict from non-EU

Details

Within the EU, meat products move freely. From non-EU countries, POAO regulations restrict meat imports. Commercially processed meat from approved countries may be permitted in small quantities. Fresh meat from non-EU countries is generally prohibited. Enforcement in Germany carries fines from EUR 250 to EUR 5,000 under Abgabenordnung § 378; Zollverwaltungsgesetz (typical personal cases are handled as civil infringements).

Quantity limit

EU: unrestricted. Non-EU: commercially processed only

Legal reference

EU Regulation 206/2010

Leaving with this item

Meat products for personal consumption may face export limits from Germany for animal-health documentation reasons; commercial quantities require an Export Health Certificate.

Practical advice

Within EU: no restrictions. From non-EU: only commercially processed from approved countries. If unsure, declare on arrival — declared goods at worst attract duty or surrender, while undeclared goods found in screening are seized and fined.

Customs authority

Zollkriminalamt / Zoll (German Customs — Federal Customs Administration) · https://www.zoll.de