The Foreign Office has issued a new warning to vacation managers from the UK. In the update released on June 4th, officials advised travelers to Germany and made sure they were careful. The latest guidance from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns that anyone traveling to the airport could face serious consequences if they break local laws.
This update “carries severe penalties for illegal drugs, including cannabis. Long prisons and heavy fines should be expected for possession, use or smuggling illegal drugs, including passing through airports.” “German airports have excellent technology and security for detecting illegal items. This is also used to scan the luggage of passengers passing through.”
It should also be noted that Germany follows the rules of the Schengen region. Please consult your travel provider to ensure that your passport and other travel documents comply with the required standards. Please renew your passport in advance if necessary. Your passport is:
There are “issue dates” that are less than 10 years from the date of arrival. If you renew your passport by October 1, 2018, there may be an “expiry date” and “expiry date” at least 10 years in advance that “expiry date” and “expiry date” will be at least 3 months after the date you leave the Schengen area (the expiry date does not need to be within 10 years from the date of issuance).
Travelers may be denied entry if their travel documents are invalid or present a passport reported as lost or stolen. If you have a residence permit, please make sure your passport remains valid during your stay. Please update before it expires to avoid complications. Additionally, travelers who bring in more than 10,000 euros in cash or equivalent payment form must declare their amount upon entry. Please note that there are also specific restrictions on bringing food to Germany. Please check the latest regulations before you travel.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also stated, “We cannot consume meat, milk or products containing them in EU countries. There are several exceptions, including powdered milk, baby food, special foods, and pet feed that is needed for medical reasons.”