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    Do you need to declare cash when entering Finland?

    When a cash declaration is needed and how to make it.

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    Short answer

    You must declare cash worth 10,000 euros or more when you enter or leave the EU through Finland. This includes other currencies and gold. You only have to declare it; there is no limit on how much cash you can bring. Customs advises printing and filling in the cash declaration form in advance and attaching a copy of your passport or ID.

    Visas and Entry Regulations (Schengen)

    Why

    1. Finnish Customs states that travellers carrying 10,000 euros or more must submit a cash declaration on their own initiative.
    2. Customs says there are no prohibitions or restrictions on importing cash to Finland.
    3. Finavia notes that the obligation also applies to transfer passengers passing through the terminal.

    Details

    The rule applies at the EU external border. Travel between Finland and other EU countries does not need an EU cash declaration.

    Tip

    If a family travels together, count the cash each person carries. The 10,000 euro limit is per person.

    What may differ

    Cash you do not declare can be held by Customs, and failing to declare can lead to a fine.

    Common misconception

    You are not allowed to bring more than 10,000 euros into Finland.

    What actually happens

    You can bring any amount. From 10,000 euros you just have to declare it.

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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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