Customs Regulations: how it works in any — first-hand

Sending sweets/chocolates is also unpredictable. Generally, sending parcels from Russia to Germany carries a high risk. Shipping from Germany to Russia: Deutsche Post (standard mail) and DHL (for regular, non-Express parcels) work effectively. A registered letter costs €4.95-€7 and takes 2 weeks to a month. Parcels up to 8kg have been successfully delivered. A Russian Post office is reportedly available at the 'Russian House' in Berlin.

Customs checks at departure points from EU airports (like Stuttgart) are possible and can involve questioning about cash, including wallet contents. Carrying Euros risks confiscation and potential legal proceedings. Other currencies, such as US Dollars, can be exported. It is recommended to convert Euros to other permitted currencies before departure. An anecdote mentions a case where 1k Euros confiscation was challenged in court, but the outcome implies it's a difficult process.

Customer experiences suggest that final documents often correctly reflect a 20kg checked baggage and 5kg hand luggage allowance. However, it is always recommended to verify with the travel agent to confirm the exact baggage policy for the specific flight and booking, especially close to departure.

While official policies might specify weight limits (e.g., 25 kg for hand luggage combined with checked baggage), reviews suggest that carry-on items are often not weighed. Passengers can typically bring what they can manage to carry onto the ramp. It's advisable to check the specific ferry operator's policy for precise details, but generally, personal carry-on items that are manageable are permitted without strict weight checks.

This can occur even if baggage was purchased separately or is included by default for the specific route (e.g., flights from Russia to Cuba typically include baggage). Passengers should always refer to their baggage tags and airline confirmation for their actual baggage allowance, as the ticket display might be misleading or not updated.

Exporting EUR banknotes to Russia is prohibited. In practice, customs offices (such as the Polish border to Kaliningrad) restrict travelers to carrying a maximum of 300 EUR per person in cash. To avoid confiscation or fines, travelers are advised to carry USD instead of EUR, while keeping within the Russian customs declaration limit (equivalent of $10,000 USD per person).

1) issued by state veterinary clinics. While border checks for pets are inconsistent, failing to possess the proper documentation can result in entry denial. Always ensure compliance with current EAEU veterinary requirements.

This restriction applies even to single items for personal use. Based on experience, border controls will not permit such items to cross the border.

Only a full fuel tank is allowed. Diesel fuel is approximately 40% cheaper when traveling from Kazakhstan compared to Russia.

Russian Post has reduced notifications for intermediate statuses, so a lack of updates does not necessarily mean there is a problem.

Cash transactions over €10,000 are being restricted/prohibited.