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Category limits
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Type of goods
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Detailed example
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Goods that can not exceed a value of 300 EUR (~260 GBP) per 1 unit
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1. Clothing and Footwear:
- Coats, jackets, suits, dresses
- Shirts, t-shirts, blouses, knitwear
- Underwear, nightwear, loungewear
- Swimwear, sportswear, ski suits
- Gloves, socks, hats, tights
- Shoes, boots, sandals, slippers (all types)
- Children’s clothing and shoes
- Fur and leather garments
2. Accessories and Bags:
- Handbags, wallets, purses, backpacks
- Belts, scarves, ties, veils
- Sunglasses, fashion eyewear
- Cosmetic cases, travel bags
- Umbrellas, walking sticks
3. Jewellery and Watches:
- Gold, silver, platinum (raw and processed)
- Diamonds, gemstones, pearls
- Jewellery of all types
- Watches and its parts
- Silverware and precious metal decor
- Plated items, non-legal tender coins
4. Cosmetics and Toiletries:
- Perfumes and eau de toilette
- Skincare, makeup, haircare
- Deodorants, shaving products
- Manicure/pedicure sets, depilation items
- Travel kits, room fragrance products
5. Homeware and Decor:
- Porcelain, fine ceramics, crystal
- Tableware, cutlery, decorative glassware
- Carpets, rugs, tapestries (handmade or designer)
- Luxury home accessories and textiles
6. Gourmet Food and Supplements:
- Caviar and substitutes
- Truffles (all forms)
- Ready meals, broths, high-end preserved foods
- Speciality vitamins and food preparations
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A bag of 400 EUR will be confiscated by customs as the limit of 300 EUR per item has been violated.
You MAY send a handbag worth EUR 100, a skirt worth EUR 80, a scarf worth EUR 20 in one parcel (total parcel value is up to the duty-free limit 200 EUR).
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Goods that can not exceed a value of 750 EUR (~650 GBP) per 1 unit
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1. Small Electronic Appliances:
- Hairdryers
- Kettles and electric teapots
- Toasters
- Coffee and tea machines
- Microwaves
- Irons, steamers
- Full cookers and compact ovens
- Electronic kitchen gadgets (mixers, blenders, etc.)
- Electric grooming tools (trimmers, razors, etc.)
2. Large Home Appliances:
- Washing machines (incl. with spin dryer)
- Dishwashers
- Refrigerators and freezers (up to 900L)
- Split-system air conditioners
- Tumble dryers
- Household sewing machines
3. Vacuum Cleaners:
- With or without bag
- Cordless, robot vacuums, handheld models
4. Printing & Office Machines:
- Small multifunction printers (copy/scan/fax)
- Home-use offset printers
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Electronic appliances are strictly checked at customs.
All parcels are scanned at customs.
The rules are similar to the example of goods up to 300 EUR per item.
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Goods with other limits
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1. Expensive Musical Instruments (over €1,500):
- Pianos and keyboard instruments:
Grand pianos, upright pianos, player pianos, harpsichords
(ex 9201 00 00)
- String instruments with or without keyboard:
Guitars, violins, harps, cellos, lutes
(ex 9202 00 00)
Organs, clarinets, trumpets, accordions, bagpipes, flutes
(ex 9205 00 00)
Drums, xylophones, cymbals, castanets, maracas
(ex 9206 00 00)
- Electrically amplified or produced sound instruments:
Electric guitars, electric keyboards, synthesizers
(ex 9207 00 00)
Bikes (without batteries) and baby carriers do not have restrictions.
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The rules are similar to the examples of goods up to 300 EUR or 750 EUR per unit.
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Weight limit for food and groceries
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From January 20, 2025, Rosselkhoznadzor prohibits the import of animal products from European Union countries into Russia. The restrictions were imposed due to the threat of the spread of foot-and-mouth disease and apply to both imports and transit of goods through the territory of Russia to other countries:
- Cheese, butter,
- Sausages, cured and smoked meats (jamon, basturma, prosciutto, salami, etc.),
- Cooked beef, pork, lamb, etc
- Dairy products
- Any other products derived from animals susceptible to the virus.
A parcel may not contain more than 5 kg of sanctioned food:
Sanctioned products are anything that contain:
- Meat (sausages, jamon, stew etc.)
- Milk (cheese, biscuits, milk chocolate, milk chocolate sweets, etc.)
- Seafood (fish, canned tuna, etc.)
Olive oil (and other food oils) up to 5 litres for one parcel.
All other groceries can be delivered without a weight limit.
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The parcel contains 3kg of sausage, 1kg of cheese, 1kg of biscuits. The parcel can be delivered as the total weight is 5kg.
The parcel contains 3 kg of sausage, 1 kg of cheese, 1 kg packet of biscuits, 3 litres of oil, canned vegetables. The parcel can be delivered, it weighs more than 5 kg, but as oil and canned vegetables are not sanctioned products, the weight limit can be exceeded.
The parcel contains 1 kg of chocolate, 3.5 kg of ham, 1 kg of cheese. The parcel cannot be delivered as it contains 5.50 kg of sanctioned products, it will be confiscated by customs.
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Goods banned for export to Russia
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The following goods are banned from direct shipping to Russia under sanctions restrictions.If you have any questions regarding shipping these items, please contact our support team.
1. Consumer Electronics and Accessories:
- Smartphones and mobile phones
- Tablets and e-book readers
- Laptops and desktop computers (assembled or components)
- Smartwatches and fitness trackers
- Gaming consoles (e.g. PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch)
- Apple accessories (MagSafe, Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, Thunderbolt cables, USB-C adapters)
- Headphones and earphones (wired or wireless)
- Microphones and sound recorders
- Speakers and amplifiers
- Computer components: processors (CPU), RAM, SSDs/HDDs, motherboards, power units
- PC peripherals: monitors, keyboards, mice, webcams
- Cables, chargers, connectors, adapters
2. Automotive and Motorcycle Parts
- Car and motorcycle spare parts
- Brake pads, spark plugs, clutches, filters
- Engine parts and cooling systems
- Oils and lubricants (including recycled products)
- Windshield wipers, lighting units, batteries
- Car electronics and sensors
- Tyres and wheels
3. Tools and Electrical Equipment
- Power tools (grinders, drills, saws, etc.)
- Soldering irons and soldering stations
- Welding equipment
- Electric motors and transformers
- Voltage stabilisers and inverters
- Circuit boards and control panels
- Measuring and testing tools (e.g. multimeters, oscilloscopes)
4. Audio, Video and Photo Equipment
- Video and audio recording devices
- Digital cameras and camcorders
- Camera lenses and filters
- Tripods and camera stabilisers
- Lighting kits for photography
- Sound systems and studio equipment
5. Navigation and Optical Devices
- GPS navigators and car GPS units
- Fish finders and chart plotters
- Night vision goggles and scopes
- Laser rangefinders
- Telescopes and binoculars
- Radar equipment and navigation systems
6. Drones and RC Devices
- Drones and quadcopters (with or without camera)
- Spare parts and batteries for drones
- Radio-controlled cars, planes, boats, helicopters
- GPS modules and stabilisation systems for RC models
7. Military and Dual-Use Items
- Any kind of weapon or part of a weapon (including accessories and modifications)
- Bulletproof gear, helmets, tactical wear
- Devices with potential military use
- Military-grade navigation or optical systems
- Surveillance and control systems
8. Industrial Machines and Mechanical Equipment
- CNC machines and metalworking equipment
- Turbines, compressors, pumps
- Hydraulic and pneumatic components
- Industrial robots and manipulators
- Bearings, gearboxes, couplings
- Packaging machines and conveyor systems
9. Laboratory, Testing and Measuring Instruments
- Laboratory centrifuges
- Spectrometers and microscopes (including electron microscopes)
- Signal generators and analyzers
- Precision measuring tools
- Calibration and quality control devices
10. Chemicals and Raw Materials
- Lubricants and industrial greases
- Adhesives, glues, sealants
- Paints, varnishes, coating substances
- Catalysts and chemical additives
- Polymers, resins, and rubber materials
- Industrial cleaning and processing fluids
11. Metals and Building Materials
- Aluminium, copper, steel, nickel, and related products
- Pipes, rods, sheets, and wires
- Welding materials and electrodes
- Insulation materials and construction panels
12. Textile and Fabric Materials
- Synthetic fibres and industrial textiles
- Kevlar, carbon fabrics, and similar composites
- Fabric coatings used in manufacturing or defence
- Specialised sewing materials and accessories
13. Furniture and Home Items
- Wooden and metal furniture
- Mattresses and frames
- Industrial fittings and hinges
- Furniture components for assembly
14. Lighting and Electrical Accessories
- Light bulbs (LED, halogen, etc.)
- Bike lights and flashlights
- Switches, sockets, and extension cords
- Circuit breakers and fuse boxes
- Electric cables and wires
15. Audio and Visual Media
- CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray discs
- Vinyl records
- Magnetic tapes and cassettes
16. Pet Products
- Pet food (dry or wet)
- Veterinary supplements and additives
17. Agricultural and Biological Goods
- Certain seeds and plant products
- Fertilisers with restricted compounds
- Raw hides, animal waste products for processing
- Plant protection chemicals and pesticides
18. Aircraft, Ships and Special Transport Equipment
- Aircraft parts, engines, and turbines
- Helicopter components
- Marine engines and propellers
- Ship control and navigation systems
- Aviation electronics and onboard systems
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These goods are completely banned from direct shipping to Russia under sanctions restrictions.
If you have any questions regarding shipping these items, please contact our support team.
These goods are completely banned from direct shipping to Russia under sanctions restrictions.
If you have any questions regarding shipping these items, please contact our support team.
These goods are completely banned from direct shipping to Russia under sanctions restrictions.
If you have any questions regarding shipping these items, please contact our support team.
These goods are completely banned from direct shipping to Russia under sanctions restrictions.
If you have any questions regarding shipping these items, please contact our support team.
These goods are completely banned from direct shipping to Russia under sanctions restrictions.
If you have any questions regarding shipping these items, please contact our support team.
These goods are completely banned from direct shipping to Russia under sanctions restrictions.
If you have any questions regarding shipping these items, please contact our support team.
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