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Pick up to 4 economies and see customs authorities, licensing regimes, prohibited & restricted lists, sanctions overlays and dispute forums side by side. Decision-support only - always confirm with local counsel.

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IntroFrance applies the EU Union Customs Code through Direction Générale des Douanes et Droits Indirects (DGDDI). Dual-use export controls sit with the Service des Biens à Double Usage (SBDU) under the DGE. The Loi de Vigilance (2017) adds human-rights and environmental duty of care for large groups.
Primary authorities
  • Douanes (DGDDI)Customs entry, DELTA-G filings, excise, sanctions checks.
  • SBDU (DGE)Dual-use export licences, EGIDE portal.
  • DGAL / DGCCRFFood, plant, animal, consumer protection.
  • ARCEP / ANFRRadio equipment conformity.
Licensing regimes
  • Dual-use export licenceEU Reg 2021/821; EGIDE portal. · SBDU
  • War-material licence (AEMG)Common Military List; CIEEMG inter-ministerial commission. · SGDSN/DGA
  • OEA (AEO)AEOC / AEOS trusted trader. · Douanes
  • CBAM declarantFrom Jan 2026 for CBAM goods. · DGEC
Prohibited goods
  • · EU comprehensive-sanctioned origins.
  • · Counterfeit and pirated goods (EU Reg 608/2013).
  • · Torture goods (EU Reg 2019/125).
  • · Ivory (national ban tighter than CITES).
Restricted goods
  • · Dual-use items and national catch-all.
  • · Wines & spirits appellations (INAO regime).
  • · Cultural goods over age/value thresholds - export licence.
  • · EUDR commodities from Dec 2025.
Labelling requirements
  • · CE marking; French-language user information (Loi Toubon).
  • · Food origin labelling - Décret 2016-1137 & subsequent extensions on dairy, meat.
  • · Triman recycling logo mandatory since Jan 2022 on consumer packaging.
Sanctions overlay
  • · EU sanctions transposed via Code monétaire et financier; DGT central register.
  • · OFAC coordination through Trésor Direction Générale.
  • · Sensitive on Russia (packages 1 to 21, latest 23 Jul 2026), Iran, DPRK, Syria, Belarus.
Dispute resolutionContentious objection to Douanes within 3 years; Tribunal judiciaire competent. ICC International Court of Arbitration is Paris-based; strong CCI Paris commercial arbitration ecosystem. NY Convention party since 1959.
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Frequently asked questions

How do I compare import regulations between two countries?

Pick two to four countries above. The table lines up the customs authority, import licensing, VAT/GST rate, prohibited and restricted goods, sanctions overlays and dispute forums, with links to each official source.

Is this comparison legal advice?

No. It is decision support built from published government sources. Regulatory positions change often, so confirm every action with the named authority or licensed local counsel before you ship.

Where do I calculate the duty once I know the rules?

Use the Import Duty & VAT Calculator for a quick CIF-based estimate, or the Landed Cost Calculator for the full cost stack including freight, insurance and destination charges.

Next step: Import Duty & VAT Calculator or Landed Cost Calculator. Last reviewed 14 October 2026.

Comparison is decision-support only. Regulatory positions change frequently - confirm every action with the named authorities or licensed local counsel.