Can I bring spices to UK?


Can I bring spices to UK? Imports of herbs and spices from countries outside of GB must meet the same standards of food hygiene and safety procedures as food produced in GB. You do not normally need a health certificate to import herbs and spices.


What foods can you not bring into the UK?

You cannot bring in:
  • meat or meat products.
  • milk or milk-based products, except powdered infant milk, infant food or special food (including pet food) needed for medical reasons.


Can you take fruit from Spain to UK?

You cannot bring in most fruit or vegetables unless you have a 'phytosanitary' (plant health) certificate for them. You can get a certificate from the plant health authorities in the country you're leaving. You can only bring in the following without a phytosanitary certificate: pineapple.


What can you not bring into Spain from UK?

You cannot take meat, milk or products containing them into EU countries. There are some exceptions for medical reasons, for example certain amounts of powdered infant milk, infant food, or pet food required for medical reasons.


Can I bring food from EU to UK after Brexit?

If you are travelling from a country within the EU (see the list below), you may bring in any meat, dairy or other animal products. for example fish, bivalves (such as oysters, mussels or clams), honey and eggs.


Do you have to declare food in checked luggage?

Yes, you may pack food in your carry-on or checked bag, but remember all food must undergo x-ray screening. Foods that are liquids, gels, or aerosols must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule. TSA officers make the final decision on whether certain items are permitted into the secured areas of the airport.