Under what conditions can I take duty free liquids from outside the EU through EU airport security?
In know that if I buy duty free liquids in one EU airport, and have them sealed in the special security bags with the receipt shown, I can take them through security at other EU airports the same day. Details on Europa.eu. (With the proviso that they'll probably be subject to additional screenings or inspection, and may be removed from their bags then re-sealed again in a new one, which will take extra time)
On an upcoming journey, I'll be flying from outside the EU into one EU airport, then connecting onto a different EU airport which is my final destination. For the intra-EU leg, I won't be able to buy the cheaper "real" duty free, as I'll have arrived in the EU customs area by that point.
Given that, if I want to buy something, the place would be at my non-EU departure airport. However, I'll be transiting on the way, and having to re-clear security.
What are the rules on non-EU purchased duty free in security sealed bags, going through transfer security at an EU airport? Is it treated the same as EU purchased duty free? Is it always allowed? Only allowed from certain origin airports?
(I've found this Europa.eu page from 2013 which lists some allowed non-EU countries, but also says that changes are coming, and it's 2 years later! This other Europa.eu page covers departures from EU airports, but not my case, and I couldn't spot any others.)
Best Answer
You can take them provided they're packed in a sealed tamper-evident bag, with a receipt inside the bag. Also, it's better if they're bought just prior to flight. During security check they must be presented for separate inspection. Liquids might be removed from the bag, scanned, and repacked in a new bag, which can take up to 5-10 minutes depending on the airport.
Sources: experience, EU Regulation 185/2010
Other revelant links: EU airport security rules page at europa.eu
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Can you take liquids through transit?
Exemptions. You can take liquid containers larger than 100ml through security if they are for essential medical purposes, for special dietary requirements, or contain baby food or baby milk.Can you take liquid on an international flight?
Each passenger may carry liquids, gels and aerosols in travel-size containers that are 3.4 ounces or100 milliliters. Each passenger is limited to one quart-size bag of liquids, gels and aerosols.How many ml of liquid can you take through customs?
The 100ml rule for liquidsThe 100ml limit applies not just to the actual amount of liquid, but also the bottles or containers they are held in. ALL liquids must be taken through security in a clear polythene bag no larger than 20cm by 20cm.Can you take liquids on connecting flights?
You can take duty free liquids onboard your flight to the US. If you'll be transferring to an onward connection after landing in the States, you should pack your duty free liquids into your hold baggage at the transit point (take care not to exceed your baggage allowance in doing so, though).The Science of Airport Security
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