Customs in coach travel between France and UK
When travelling between France and the UK via the Eurostar train, I have never actually been stopped by customs on either direction. I've seen some people being stopped, but it seems that it's on a somewhat random basis.
I'm considering traveling by coach this time, but I wonder if the customs are more strict, e.g. should I make sure to have receipts for all my electronic equipments (laptop, camera, etc.) and fresh fruit (to prove they were bought within the EU)?
Also, for coaches travelling during the night, is the procedure lenghty? The coach website displays the total travel duration, but not the amount of time one should be "awake" (e.g. waiting for customs or something else), so I wonder if I would be able to sleep during most of the time or if I'll spend, say, one hour waiting for customs clearance, or something like that.
Note: my question is more about the practical situation of a coach-based customs (which I have never actually been through) than the theoretical fact that one should always bring receipts for each valuable item in their luggage.
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Can you travel from England to France on coach?
The journey from London to France by Eurolines. France is connected with the UK by coach like no other European country - up to 6 direct environmentally friendly and comfortable Eurolines Plus services between London and Paris every day. The Eurolines' coaches are built to make your journey as comfortable as possible.Do you have to go through customs from England to France?
No tax or customs procedures are required for personal belongings entering France.What do you have to cross to get from France to England?
The Eurotunnel crosses from Folkestone to Calais using the Channel Tunnel and for most people is the cheapest option. You can travel from England to France in 35 minutes and altogether it's a very easy and problem-free service.What can you take from France to UK?
You can bring meat, fish, cheese, and other animal products into the UK, as well as most fresh produce. Items bought in the EU and imported to the UK are free from customs duties and VAT as long as they fall within your personal allowance of up to \xa3390 per person (for adults).London to Paris, from Victoria coach station to Paris, Eurotunnel 4K
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