Why is shopping cheaper in Andorra?
Andorra's standard rate of general indirect tax (IGI) is 4.5%, against 20% VAT in France and 21% in Spain. At the same price before tax, the tax alone creates a gap of about 13% with France and 14% with Spain. The real price then depends on the shop and its promotions.
How many cigarettes can I bring back from Andorra to France?
300 cigarettes, or 150 cigarillos, or 75 cigars, or 400 g of smoking tobacco, for people aged 17 and over (French customs).
How much alcohol can I bring back to France?
1.5 litres of drinks over 22% ABV, or 3 litres of drinks of 22% or less, plus 5 litres of still wine, for people aged 17 and over (French customs).
What value of purchases is allowed when returning to France?
€900 per traveller aged 15 or over, and €450 for under-15s. French customs lists a separate €300 allowance for food products.
How much perfume can I bring back?
To France: 75 ml of perfume and 375 ml of eau de toilette. To Spain: 75 g of perfume and 37.5 cl of eau de toilette.
Do allowances add up between family members?
Not for a single item: French customs states that a couple cannot add their allowances together for one article, for example a 150 ml bottle of perfume.
Is Andorra part of the European Union?
No. French customs states that the applicable regime stems from the 1990 EU–Andorra agreement and differs from the rules for purchases within the EU.
Where can I shop in Pas de la Casa?
Our partner site pas-de-la-casa.net details the resort's shops, including the Douglas, Gala, Primor and Júlia perfumeries.