Overview of Guadeloupe Customs Import and Export Policy

Import and export supervision

Tariff collection: Like mainland France, Guadeloupe imposes tariffs on imported and exported goods to protect local industries and increase government fiscal revenue.

Certificate of origin: In order to enjoy tariff preferences or avoid anti-dumping investigations, imported and exported goods usually need to provide a certificate of origin.

License requirements: The import and export of certain specific goods may require a license from the relevant department in advance.

Prohibited and restricted imports: Guadeloupe prohibits the import of some items that pose a threat to the local ecological environment or public safety, such as drugs, weapons, endangered wild animals and plants and their products.

Personal items carried

Duty-free quota: Personal items brought into the country usually enjoy a certain duty-free quota, and the specific amount is subject to the latest regulations of French customs.

Prohibited items: Drugs, weapons, large amounts of cash, and items that may cause harm to the local ecological environment are prohibited from being brought into the country.

Food restrictions: Due to the fragile ecological environment of Guadeloupe, there are strict restrictions on the entry of food. Some meat, dairy products, plant seeds, etc. may be prohibited from entering.

Export control

Export license: The export of certain goods may require an export license, such as cultural heritage, strategic materials, etc.

Export restrictions: In order to protect local resources, Guadeloupe may restrict the export of certain resources.

Notes

Customs declaration: When entering or leaving Guadeloupe, you must truthfully declare the items you carry, including cash, valuables, food, etc.

Inspection: Customs has the right to inspect passengers and goods. Please cooperate with the work of customs staff.

Consequences of violation: Violation of customs regulations may result in fines, confiscation of items, or even criminal penalties.