Quantities up to the limits below are considered acceptable by the customs. These guidelines are per person!
- Spirits over 22% 10 litres = 13 bottles
- Spirits under 22% 20 litres = 26 bottles
- Still or Sparkling wine 90 litres = 120 bottles
- Sparkling wine 60 litres = 80 bottles
- Beer 110 litres = 200 pints
- Cigarettes 3,200
- Cigarillos 400
- Cigars 200
- Tobacco 3 Kg
If you are travelling to France or through Calais the minimum saving on wine is over £1 per bottle. Beer is about half the normal British price and spirits are also cheaper.
There is a superb, indoor shopping complex at Calais, where everyone speaks English, but in a very "French" atmosphere. The shops include a Hypermarket; various drinks shops, including Tesco & Oddbins; several fashion boutiques; assorted bars & restaurants. Alternatively, you can visit one of the other hypermarkets in Calais, or a British drinks outlet e.g. East Enders.