Customs officers at Paphos airport seize large quantities of undeclared tobacco

On July 4, 2026, customs officers at Paphos International Airport intercepted four individuals preparing to board a flight to London while carrying large quantities of duty-unpaid tobacco products. The group included two British men aged 24 and 25, and two Danish women aged 22 and 23. Authorities seized 201 cartons of cigarettes, 168 individual packets, and 11.75 kilograms of rolling tobacco that lacked mandatory health warnings and security traceability codes. Following their arrests for customs offenses, the four passengers were released after reaching out-of-court settlements. Sources differ on the total amount paid, with reports citing both €13,400 and €14,400; the customs department specifically noted individual settlements of €2,500, €3,900, €4,000, and €4,000. All confiscated goods are scheduled to be destroyed according to standard procedures. Additionally, authorities reported separate recent seizures at the Ledra Street and Ayios Dhometios crossings in late June and early July, resulting in further fines.