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Officials from the National Security Bureau allegedly used customs clearance privileges during a presidential visit to bring in 9,800 packs of cigarettes, but were caught by investigators and customs officers. The news of the smuggled duty-paid cigarettes caused an uproar.
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National Security Bureau officials allegedly smuggled duty-paid cigarettes while on duty during a presidential visit. (Photo / cheriechang1217)
The general public can bring in a maximum of only 200 cigarettes when entering Taiwan, so 9,800 packs of duty-paid cigarettes is already
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Each country has specific duty-free limits for bringing in tobacco and alcohol. (Photo / pixabay)
When traveling abroad, be sure to pay attention to the regulations of each country to avoid penalties upon entry. If you need to bring in quantities exceeding the duty-free limits, you must declare them to customs according to the proper procedures and pay the applicable duties honestly.
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