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    Can you bring snus into Finland?

    The 1 kg rule, what counts towards it and why you cannot bring it as a gift.

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    Short answer

    This topic is for adults aged 18 and over. Yes, for your own use. In one calendar day you can bring a total of 1,000 grams of snus, nasal tobacco and chewing tobacco, for example 800 grams of snus and 200 grams of nasal tobacco. The same rule applies from the EU and from outside it. You must be 18 or over, and you cannot bring snus for family members or as a gift.

    Visas and Entry Regulations (Schengen)

    Why

    1. Finnish Customs says you can bring a total of 1,000 grams of snus, nasal tobacco and chewing tobacco during one calendar day.
    2. Customs says there are no restrictions on the flavours or nicotine content of snus.
    3. According to Customs, snus cannot be ordered online and may only be brought for personal use.

    Details

    You cannot bring more than 1 kg even by paying tax. Snus also counts towards the 430 or 300 euro value limit when you arrive from outside the EU.

    Tip

    Keep snus in your own luggage, not in a shared bag. The allowance belongs to the person who carries it.

    What may differ

    Nicotine pouches have their own 1 kg limit, separate from snus.

    Common misconception

    Snus is completely illegal in Finland, so you cannot bring any.

    What actually happens

    Only selling snus is banned. Adults may bring up to 1 kg a day for their own use.

    People also ask

    • How much snus can I bring from Sweden to Finland?
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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Customs rules can change, so check Finnish Customs (Tulli) before you travel.

    Visas and Entry Regulations (Schengen)
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