Customs officers at Franjo Tuđman International Airport found 11 coral fragments of the Scleractinia sp. in a Slovenian passenger's luggage arriving from Istanbul, resulting in a 600 euro fine.

A 36-year-old man was arrested at Larnaca airport after customs officers discovered approximately 23kg of cannabis in his luggage upon his arrival in Cyprus from abroad.

Two customs officers have been indicted for allegedly allowing a businessman from Bosnia and Herzegovina to import equipment without paying customs duties and taxes. USKOK accused them of enabling the duty-free import of goods.

Customs officers in Loiret, France, seized precisely 241.7 kg of cocaine from a truck trailer during a check on the A10 motorway, a vehicle that had departed from Spain and was en route to the Netherlands.

Moldovan customs officers, under the direction of the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office, seized approximately one million domestic-brand cigarettes and 600,000 lei intended for illegal export following searches in the southern part of the country.

Customs officers at Larnaca Airport intercepted a package from the United States declared as children's toys, discovering 48 vaping devices containing THC and CBD hidden inside.

Czech customs officers have seized a record 800 kilograms of Kratom, which was intended for illegal distribution.

Customs officers at the Deryneia crossing point in Cyprus seized a large quantity of cigarettes and hookah tobacco during routine checks. The haul included 59 boxes of cigarettes found in a vehicle driven by a 46-year-old Hungarian national.

The Norwegian Customs Union is concerned about the competence of new customs officers, following a case where an individual named Klaus transitioned from a teacher to a customs officer after only a six-month course.

Customs officers at Larnaca airport seized three watches with an approximate combined value of €57,000 from a passenger's luggage.

Customs officers at Paphos airport seized over 125kg of tobacco from four British female passengers attempting to board a flight to Manchester. The women were stopped after officers identified suspicious activity.

Thai authorities have issued a warning to parents and schools after customs officers intercepted a shipment of LSD blotter paper, featuring colorful cartoon designs, believed to be destined for Thailand.

Customs officers, postal workers, and police at Zagreb Airport discovered 4.6 kilograms of marijuana hidden in 80 bags within a 30-kilogram shipment labeled as 'instant noodles.' The illicit drugs were found during a recent inspection of incoming packages.

Customs officers at the Šalčininkai post discovered undeclared goods from Belarus – 25 boxes of baby milk formula hidden in a car.

Three Dutch customs officers, arrested in April on suspicion of stealing information from their employer's computer systems, have been released to await their criminal trial. The Rotterdam court made the decision.

Customs officers at Vilnius Airport intercepted a passenger arriving from Istanbul whose luggage contained over 21 kilograms of various medicinal preparations.

A kiosk owner in Kato Paphos, Cyprus, was fined €3,100 in an out-of-court settlement after customs officers seized hundreds of illegal nicotine pouch products during a coordinated operation on July 13.

Polish border guards and customs officers at the Budzisko border crossing point inspected a Romanian-registered truck traveling from Lithuania and found illegal migrants inside.

Customs officers near Črnomerec, Croatia, confiscated 24,000 cigarettes and 25 kilograms of tobacco. Criminal charges will be filed against one individual, and their vehicle has been temporarily seized.

Police and customs officers in Ayia Napa seized over 66kg of shisha tobacco, hundreds of cartons of cigarettes, and other untaxed tobacco products during a vehicle search conducted after evaluating intelligence.

Croatian customs officers, wardens, and inspectors are set to intensify their fight against black market tourism, with new measures from 2027 including registration numbers for tourist accommodation providers and stricter oversight of relatives staying in apartments owned by foreigners.

Four foreign nationals were fined a total of €14,400 after customs officers at Paphos International Airport discovered large quantities of duty-unpaid tobacco products in their luggage before they boarded a flight to London.

Customs officers at the Russia-Poland border discovered a sawfish sword in a passenger's luggage during a bus inspection, an item prohibited under the Washington Convention.

Nigerian security forces successfully repelled a bandit attack on a local government headquarters in Sokoto, while in Oyo, troops have blocked escape routes as kidnappers of school children reduced their demands. These incidents highlight ongoing security challenges in the country.

Romanian customs officers have announced a warning strike, citing the loss of salary rights, which is expected to cause delays at border crossings with Moldova. Travelers should anticipate blockages at customs points.

Customs officers and the drug squad in Limassol conducted a joint operation, seizing a large quantity of suspected counterfeit goods and 1,440 cannabis lollipops. The items were discovered in three containers that had arrived from Greece.

Customs officers in the Czech Republic seized over 18,000 counterfeit items, including clothing, handbags, and mobile phones, with an original value exceeding 150 million CZK, during inspections at a market in Hatě.

Customs officers at the Medininkai border crossing in Lithuania intercepted two suspicious vehicles, foiling attempts to bypass international sanctions.

The TV series 'Legends' is set in 1990s England, where Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher seeks a political success. A group of customs officers risk their lives going undercover against the drug mafia to deliver it.

The National Meridian Union, representing Romanian Customs Authority employees, has announced protest actions starting Thursday, May 28, expressing dissatisfaction with the proposed unitary wage law and threatening a strike.

A British passenger was remanded in custody for three days in Cyprus after customs officers at Larnaca airport seized a large quantity of duty-unpaid cigarettes from his luggage.

A new thriller on Netflix, based on the true story of English customs officers going undercover in 1990s Liverpool, has received a five-star review, described as a 'nail-biter'.

Customs officers seized untaxed tobacco products and a vehicle from a Romanian woman at the Ledra street crossing in Cyprus, leading to a fine. The woman had previously been involved in similar cases.

Customs officers in Cyprus seized 200 litres of diesel found in the fuel tank of a truck during a routine inspection at the Ayios Dhometios crossing point.

Gunmen reportedly killed two Customs officers in Tuga community, Kebbi State, Nigeria, during an attack on security checkpoints in the early hours.

New crime drama revisits real customs officers who risked everything for a cause

Seven individuals, including two border police officers and three customs agents, have been detained in a case targeting groups involved in smuggling contraband, including pesticides, from Ukraine into Romania.

A citizen of Slovenia in the far east of Croatia got into trouble after being stopped by Vukovar customs officers and officers of the Service for Combating Smuggling and Investigations in the presence of police officers...

The Customs Officers’ Wives Association has initiated a tree planting drive in Kebbi, Nigeria, planting 1,000 trees and donating waste bins to promote environmental cleanliness.

Customs officers at Palanga airport intercepted a large quantity of illegal tobacco products during checks of passengers departing on a flight to London.

Customs officers in Trenčín, Slovakia, seized a significant amount of a light green substance identified as kratom from a tobacco shop, with police now investigating the case.

A drug smuggling operation in Chișinău, Moldova, was dismantled by customs officers. Drugs were falsely declared as "weight-loss supplements" and a man was detained for 30 days.

Four customs officers have been arrested in Rotterdam and Capelle aan den IJssel on suspicion of computer trespassing and violating their official secrets.

Vilnius territorial customs officers seized a shipment of over 170 suspected counterfeit goods, transiting through Lithuania from Switzerland to Belarus.

Hong Kong customs officers have arrested a male driver after intercepting a goods vehicle at the Shenzhen Bay checkpoint and finding 760 suspected endangered reptiles, with an estimated market value…

Hong Kong customs officers seized 6.5kg of suspected drugs valued at HK$3.4 million (US$433,800) and arrested two men in separate cases earlier this week.

Finnish Customs officers have seized 60 kilograms of alpha-PVP hidden in forest caches in Sipoonkorpi National Park, marking the largest single seizure of the substance recorded in the country and reportedly brought in by Lithuanian criminals.

Customs officers at the Bački Breg border crossing with Hungary successfully prevented an attempt to smuggle 5,260 packs of cigarettes, valued at approximately 13,000 euros.

Czech customs officers on the D8 highway near Litoměřice discovered a kilogram of cocaine hidden in a bread bag in a car, leading to the driver being charged and facing up to 10 years in prison.

An 80-year-old man was fined in Cyprus after customs officers seized 200 liters of concealed fuel from his vehicle during a routine inspection at the Ayios Dhometios crossing point.

The Customs Administration has filed criminal charges against two legal entities and seven individuals, including customs officers, for falsifying documents related to the import of a Mercedes-Maybach, abuse of official position, and negligent work.

Croatian customs officials at the Stara Gradiška border crossing prevented two separate attempts to violate regulations by individuals trying to bring undeclared items into the European Union.

The Nigeria Police Force has assured a transparent and thorough investigation into a fatal shooting incident in Osogbo, Osun State, involving two Customs Officers that resulted in the death of a citizen.

Hong Kong customs officers have arrested two men in a crackdown on a syndicate accused of laundering HK$4.7 billion (US$600.54 million) in criminal proceeds over four years and running a drug business. Investigators from customs’ financial investigation bureau said on Thursday the group operated through two companies, receiving large sums of unexplained funds and channelling them through more than 2,100 transactions. The money‑laundering tactics involved shell companies, frequent transfers an...

Customs officers at the Ukrainian border apprehended a woman attempting to smuggle 224 prohibited drugs, including anabolics and erection-enhancing preparations, with police now handling the case.

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has begun implementing the use of body cameras for its customs officers as part of efforts to enhance transparency and accountability.

United States customs officers conducted a record number of searches of electronic devices last year, expanding their directives to include smartwatches, SIM cards, and flash drives.

Customs officers at Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport found 31 pieces of suspected gold bars hidden in the bras and underwear of four passengers who had just arrived from Taiwan on March 3.

Customs officers at the Medininkai border crossing in Lithuania discovered a significant quantity of smuggled cigarettes hidden within the seats of a Mercedes-Benz vehicle. The illegal tobacco products were confiscated during a routine inspection.

A Thai woman was arrested at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City after customs officers found nearly 4.5 kg of cocaine hidden in her suitcase, exposing a suspected transnational trafficking operation.

Customs officials in Zagreb have seized 54.2 kg of finely cut tobacco and 15,780 cigarettes without excise stamps. Criminal charges will be filed against the perpetrators.

Customs officers became suspicious of a trailer attached to a car arriving from Belarus and, after an X-ray scan, discovered a hidden contraband shipment within its insulation.

Customs officers at the Slavonski Brod crossing prevented the smuggling of 39,100 cigarettes with Kosovo stamps found on a bus passenger.

New reports from the Revenue Commissioners reveal incidents where members of the public attacked customs officers, including one attempt to strangle an officer and another officer being spat on.

Customs officers seized thousands of untaxed cigarettes and 80 litres of fuel in three separate incidents at crossing points from the occupied areas to the government-controlled areas earlier this month. On 6 February 2026, officers from the Customs Department at the Ledra Street crossing selected a French national for inspection during routine checks of individuals […]

Customs officers at Franjo Tuđman Airport in Zagreb intercepted a Slovenian citizen attempting to smuggle 1.6 kg of protected corals from Indonesia, resulting in their confiscation and a fine.

Malaysian Customs officers discovered 1,240 sex toys hidden in a container at North Port Free Zone, Port Klang, which had been falsely declared as chairs and underwear. The seizure highlights ongoing efforts to combat illegal imports.

Croatia's Office for the Suppression of Corruption and Organized Crime (USKOK) has filed an indictment against two Croatian citizens and one Bosnian citizen, including border customs officers, for abuse of position and authority related to the illegal import of undeclared equipment.

Two Hungarian citizens were temporarily arrested in Poland after customs officers discovered nine tons of scrap metal, used catalytic converters, and car parts, some of which were hazardous waste, in their truck.

A market in Brno has been subjected to checks by customs officers, as reported by Radio Prague International.

Georgia's Revenue Service announced that an Azerbaijani-registered vehicle was turned back to Turkey after customs officers found it was transporting sanctioned goods of European origin in transit to Russia.

Lithuanian customs officers near Kryžkalnis intercepted a truck carrying nearly half a million packs of illegal cigarettes, estimated to be worth €2.4 million, suspected to be from Latvian shadow factories.

Customs officials in Zagreb, in collaboration with the police, thwarted a drug smuggling attempt by discovering over 4.6 kilograms of marijuana hidden in postal packages declared as instant noodles.

Customs officers in Zagreb discovered 10.54 kilograms of marijuana in a package that arrived from Canada last Wednesday.

Customs officers prevented an attempt to smuggle gold and currency valued at over 41,000 euros, confiscating 16,310 euros and 228.20 grams of gold items from a Romanian citizen during a bus inspection.

Greek customs officers are scheduled to go on strike from 5 AM to 9 AM Macedonian time (6 AM to 10 AM Greek time), leading to a complete halt in freight traffic at border crossings. Passenger vehicles will be allowed through every 10 minutes during this period.

Serbian customs officers at the Horgoš border crossing prevented an attempt to smuggle undeclared goods and money with a total value exceeding 60,000 euros.

Customs officers spent three days building a border examination for Peter Daszak, a central figure in the COVID origins debate, after flagging him as an 'extremely high person of interest,' until Biden's FBI reportedly told them to stand down.

Croatian customs officers at the Slavonski Brod crossing discovered five kilograms of hidden tobacco, leading to a 5,130 euro fine for a Croatian citizen due to a repeated offense of smuggling.

Customs officers at the Horgos border crossing successfully prevented the smuggling of 10 Orthodox icons. The artifacts were confiscated during a routine inspection.

Two individuals are under investigation in Chisinau for "falsification of public documents" after allegedly presenting documents with different values for a batch of peanuts imported from Turkey into Moldova. Customs officers are leading the probe.

Customs officers in Slavonia, Croatia, have confiscated over 2300 liters of homemade brandy without proper markings. The producer faces a significant fine for the violation.

Czech customs officers on the D3 highway stopped a truck whose operator owed nearly 200,000 crowns in fines, with the driver being informed that the trailer would be seized if the amount was not paid, leading to the operator promptly settling the debt.

Customs officers at the Lesovo border crossing point in Bulgaria seized 150,000 euros during an operation on July 7.

A man has been arrested in Cork, Ireland, following a controlled delivery operation that led to the seizure of 83.5kg of herbal cannabis by Revenue Customs officers, valued at €1.67 million.

Customs officers in Nicosia, Cyprus, seized undeclared tobacco products from travelers at Ledra street and Ayios Dhometios crossing points over two days in late June and early July.

Customs officers at the Deryneia crossing in Cyprus seized nine boxes of 200 smuggled cigarettes that were concealed within the sliding roof mechanism of a vehicle.

Criminal charges have been filed against nine customs officers, three companies, and five individuals in Montenegro for forgery and tax evasion, resulting in over 142,000 euros in budget damage.

Customs officers have seized gold jewelry valued at 700,000 euros from a car with Romanian registration.

Customs officials at the Bogorodica border crossing discovered 10 new DELL laptops hidden in various parts of a rental car driven by a Macedonian citizen.

The Polish government is planning changes to military pension regulations to address long-standing injustices for Customs Service and Customs and Tax Service officers who later joined the military.

Customs officers at the Bajakovo crossing intercepted a Serbian driver attempting to smuggle 8,800 cigarettes. The driver was fined 10,500 euros, and the cigarettes were confiscated.

Customs officers in Cyprus seized 40 refrigerant gas cylinders and a commercial vehicle at the Ayios Dhometios crossing, suspecting they were smuggled from Turkey.

Polish tax and customs officers have been trained by the cryptocurrency company Zondacrypto for years, with plans for specialized postgraduate studies in collaboration, even as the company itself was under scrutiny.

Customs officers in Pruszków, Poland, intercepted 27 kilograms of marijuana hidden in clothing packages, marking the second such smuggling attempt thwarted in the area this month.

The new Gradiška border crossing has been temporarily opened for freight vehicles, allowing all international passenger and goods traffic. Customs officers will remain until at least August 19th.

A Danish review from Politiken praises the British crime series 'Legends,' which depicts customs officers fighting heroin in 1990s England under Margaret Thatcher, highlighting its eminent suspense.

Customs officers at the Panemunė border post intercepted two attempts in one day to secretly transport thousands of euros in cash from Lithuania into Russia.

A Filipino citizen was fined 1500 euros and had nearly a liter of undeclared e-liquids confiscated by customs officers from his luggage.

A new crime series on Netflix has quickly become a hit, with viewers praising its plot about customs officers infiltrating a drug gang.

Customs officers at Findel Airport's freight center in Luxembourg have once again uncovered a large-scale drug smuggling operation, finding approximately 46 kilograms of cannabis hidden inside mattresses.

Customs officers at a shipping company in Pruszków, Poland, discovered over 50 kilograms of marijuana concealed within packages of clothing, with an estimated black market value of 2.5 million Polish zlotys.

German customs officers in Kiel arrested a 23-year-old Croatian citizen on the A1 highway after discovering 328,755 pills in his vehicle, which were subsequently seized.

Customs officers at Krakow–Balice airport discovered two Parabellum pistol barrels in a traveler's luggage. The woman claimed she was transporting the parts 'at a friend's request' and has been charged.

Moroccan police and customs officers successfully seized 19,100 ecstasy pills at the Tanger Med port in an operation targeting international drug trafficking networks.

Customs officers at the Svilaj crossing prevented a Slovenian citizen from illegally bringing 20,000 euros into the EU, resulting in a 6,000 euro fine for failing to declare the cash.

Croatia's anti-corruption agency USKOK has launched an investigation against two customs officers and a Bosnian and Herzegovinian citizen for allegedly smuggling central heating equipment.

Two customs officers have been arrested on charges of allegedly swapping 400kg of seized silver with lead.

Eight customs officers were dismissed in 2025 due to serious breaches of duty, including illegal work and non-compliance with instructions from the Customs Administration.

Hong Kong customs officers have seized approximately 162kg of suspected scheduled dried shark fins, valued at about HK$280,000, from an air consignment originating from Panama at the airport.

Moroccan police and customs officers successfully seized 20 kilograms of cocaine during a joint operation at the Guerguerat border crossing, located south of Dakhla.

The killing of Michael Anayo by Customs officers in Nigeria has sparked calls for justice and accountability, highlighting concerns about extrajudicial killings.

Hong Kong customs officers have arrested five individuals and confiscated 2,500 pairs of suspected counterfeit eyewear, valued at approximately HK$2.2 million (US$280,680), during a citywide operation.

Authorities in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, seized illegal tobacco products, nicotine pouches, and counterfeit goods during a coordinated operation conducted by customs officers and police.

Customs officers at the Stara Gradiška crossing prevented two smuggling attempts, seizing 33,450 KM from a Serbian citizen and the raw skin of a protected brown bear from another individual.

Cypriot customs officers confiscated €150,000 in cash, duty-free tobacco products, and suspected drugs during separate checks at the Agios Dometios crossing point, with animal products also seized at Deryneia.

Customs officers at the Veliko Gradište border crossing on the Danube River discovered over nine tons of undeclared oil in the tanks of a ship during an inbound inspection.

Customs officers on Croatia's A3 highway discovered 20,000 undeclared euros hidden under the seat of a truck driven by a Bosnian national, who was subsequently fined 6,600 euros.

Customs officers and conservationists in Nigeria are actively confronting the significant impacts of the $20 billion illegal wildlife trade.

Customs officers in Sydney discovered dozens of bags of methamphetamine during a baggage check, leading to the arrest of two women from Australia and New Zealand.

Hong Kong customs officers have discovered HK$230 million (US$29.4 million) worth of gold and silver hidden in two air cargo shipments of household cleaning machines destined for Japan, making the largest seizure of precious metals on record. Senior Investigator Ho Ting-chun of the Customs and Excise Department’s syndicate crimes investigation bureau said on Thursday officers intercepted 168kg (370lbs) of suspected gold foil and 285kg of suspected silver foil worth HK$230 million in an operat...

Customs officers at the Batrovci border crossing prevented an attempt to smuggle investment gold valued at approximately 40,000 euros.

Customs officers at the Medininkai border post uncovered an unusual smuggling operation, finding 9,400 cigarettes hidden within the layers of a mattress in a truck cabin.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has interdicted five officers from its Customs Division, pending the outcome of an internal investigation.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has interdicted five officers of its Customs Division with immediate effect pending the outcome of an internal investigation into alleged procedural breaches.

Customs officers at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport intercepted a US woman carrying undeclared luxury goods, precious metals, and foreign currency.

Customs officers on Friday carried out inspections and seizures of e-cigarette liquids and other products containing synthetic narcotic substances and prohibited cannabinoids during a coordinated operation in Larnaca. The customs department said it took part in a joint operation on February 20, with the police drug squad Ykan and the illegal betting unit, as well […]

Customs officers in the Teplice region of the Czech Republic have seized nearly ten kilograms of heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine, arresting two men who are now in custody.

USKOK, Croatia's anti-corruption agency, has indicted two customs officers and a craftsman following a four-month investigation, accusing them of abuse of position and authority related to illegal earnings from heating equipment.

Cypriot customs officers seized untaxed tobacco from an Israeli passenger at Larnaca Airport and expressed concern over a rising rate of seizures involving Israeli nationals at crossing points, indicating a potential smuggling route from occupied areas to Israel.

Croatian customs officers at the Vinjani Gornji crossing discovered 16,100 hidden cigarettes in factory cavities of a van, fining the driver 19,000 euros.

Five British nationals were arrested and remanded at Larnaca Airport, Cyprus, after Customs officers discovered almost 75kg of rolling tobacco in their luggage, which they allegedly attempted to smuggle from northern Cyprus onto a flight to Manchester.

A 22-year-old man has been charged with smuggling after customs officers in Warsaw found marijuana disguised as snacks in a package from California, potentially facing 20 years in prison.

Customs officers at Jakarta airport discovered a large quantity of drugs in a pilot's suitcase, leading to his arrest. Authorities released footage of the unusual inspection.

Croatian customs officers discovered over 10 kilograms of marijuana during a package inspection. The package, originating from Canada, was declared to contain a woman's handbag and wallet.

A 43-year-old woman was arrested at the Dherynia crossing point in Cyprus after customs officers found 28 kilograms of animal products in her vehicle, and was later re-arrested for aggressive behavior.

Customs officers in Cyprus seized large quantities of suspected duty-free tobacco in Limassol and Nicosia, leading to the arrest of two Greek Cypriot men.

Greek customs officers are on strike at border crossings with North Macedonia, including Evzoni, Dojrani, and Niki, causing approximately 40-minute delays during the peak tourist season.

Slovak customs officers near Štrba intercepted a truck carrying 18 tons of illegal tobacco, preventing a tax evasion of over 3.2 million euros and uncovering extensive document irregularities.

Greek customs officers have announced a strike at border crossings with North Macedonia, scheduled for Monday. The strike is expected to halt freight traffic completely and cause significant disruptions for tourists.

A British woman was arrested at Paphos airport in Cyprus after customs officers seized 44 cartons of cigarettes in her luggage that lacked required health warnings.

Hong Kong customs officers arrested three men after intercepting 131 kilograms of suspected ketamine, valued at HK$51 million, that was disguised as sugar cubes in air cargo.

Customs officers in Limassol, Cyprus, seized 7kg of duty-free tobacco during a routine inspection at a restaurant offering hookah services. The establishment was subsequently fined.

Customs officers in Požega, Croatia, with the help of a dog named Boro, seized 276.64 kg of unmarked tobacco. A criminal complaint will be filed against the suspect, and the calculated excise duty exceeds 35,000 euros.

Hong Kong customs officers arrested two women at the Lo Wu and Lok Ma Chau checkpoints for allegedly smuggling a dog and two endangered birds found in their bags. The animals were valued at HK$3,000 and HK$5,000 respectively.

Customs officers in Poland's Mazovia region intercepted courier shipments from Canada containing over 40 kilograms of marijuana. The seized drugs are estimated to have a street value of nearly two million Polish złoty.

Customs officers, municipal wardens, and inspectors are collaborating in an effort to crack down on illegal tourism activities.

Croatian customs officers at the Karasovići border crossing prevented the smuggling of 21,600 cigarettes and 100 boxes of potency pills, imposing a fine of 29,000 euros on two French citizens traveling in a camper van.

Ukrainian customs officers have reported a significant increase in drug smuggling, detecting 540 cases during the first five months of 2026, with most attempts occurring along the borders with Poland and Moldova.

Prosecutors and customs officers in Moldova uncovered an attempt to smuggle approximately 169,000 euros hidden in a modified refrigerated box within a minibus transporting parcels from Ireland. Suspects have been placed in preventive detention for 30 days.

Customs officers in the Liberec region of the Czech Republic, aided by a trained dog, seized 45.2 kilograms of illegally stored kratom from an operation.

Customs officers in Cyprus intercepted multiple attempts to smuggle large quantities of tobacco products in two separate operations at Paphos Airport and the Ayios Dometios crossing point.

Polish customs officers at the Korczowa border crossing thwarted the smuggling of 910 packs of cigarettes found in an ambulance entering Poland, despite the driver claiming to be transporting sick individuals.

Customs officers at the Medyka border crossing in Poland intercepted two protected arctic walrus tusks in a 66-year-old woman's luggage, for which she now faces potential imprisonment.

Employees of the Romanian Customs Authority are initiating national protests, expressing dissatisfaction with the new salary law, staff shortages, and working conditions, warning of potential delays at border crossings.

Significant delays are occurring at the customs terminal in Ćemovsko polje, with transporters claiming that a reduced number of customs officers is one of the main reasons for the collapse.

Customs officials seized 500,000 euros from an Albanian citizen who attempted to smuggle the cash, which will now be deposited into the state budget, with the customs officers involved set to receive rewards.

Latvia is implementing stringent controls at its EU external borders to prevent the circumvention of the 20 sanction packages imposed by the EU against Russia, with customs officers actively monitoring smuggling attempts.

Suspected Lakurawa terrorists attacked a checkpoint in Kebbi State, Nigeria, killing two Customs officers and reportedly burning one alive.

Customs officials in Zakarpattia, Ukraine, seized five antique postcards from the 1930s depicting Adolf Hitler from a woman from Kyiv who was traveling by train to Prague.

Customs officers at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) have successfully intercepted attempts to smuggle illicit cash, drugs, and liquor.

A review of 'Legends' highlights Steve Coogan's role in the astounding true story, written by Neil Forsyth, which reimagines the A-Team as disgruntled customs officers taking on Britain's largest drug gang.

Customs officers in southern Slovakia discovered a large illegal warehouse containing tens of thousands of e-cigarettes. The estimated tax evasion from the sale of these products would have exceeded 155,000 euros.

Customs officers in Lublin thwarted an attempt to smuggle unusual goods, including 100 tattoo cartridges, hookah tobacco, fly agaric mushrooms, and human hair, across the Polish border, with the smuggler claiming the hair was a gift for his wife.

Moroccan security forces, in coordination with customs officers, successfully intercepted an attempt to smuggle 140,000 ecstasy pills at Tangier Med Port.

Customs officers in Chodov, Sokolov region, discovered over 305,000 unstamped cigarettes during a nationwide operation against illegal trade, estimating the damage at 1.5 million Czech crowns.

A Serbian citizen was stopped at the Bajakovo border crossing after customs officers, aided by a dog named Buli, discovered a plastic cooler in his cargo vehicle, leading to an inspection.

Customs officers at Belgrade Airport have seized luxury goods valued at over 40,000 euros. The items were confiscated during a routine inspection.

Customs officers at Gdansk airport in Northern Poland arrested a drug courier who was found to have swallowed 88 capsules containing nearly 800 grams of cocaine.

Customs officers at North Macedonia's Bogorodica border crossing successfully prevented the smuggling of 12.5 tons of fruit and vegetables. The seized goods had an estimated total value of 1.4 million denar (approximately 23,000 euros).

A significant quantity of drugs was discovered and seized by customs officers and police during a search of a vehicle that arrived in Iceland via the Norræna ferry last Friday.

American lawmakers are seeking explanations from the Trump administration after a Canadian man claimed U.S. customs officers detained him for three hours and compelled him to provide a DNA sample before sending him home.

Customs officers at Schiphol Airport confiscated 261 parrot eggs found in the hand luggage of a man and woman traveling through the airport.

Large price differences in fuel between Sweden and Norway could lead people to bring back more than the legal quota.

Hong Kong customs officers have seized 986 live smuggled turtles, valued at approximately HK$1 million, from a private car attempting to leave the city, leading to the arrest of the driver and a passenger.

Two Serbian drivers were apprehended at the Stara Gradiška border crossing in Croatia after customs officers discovered they were attempting to smuggle a large amount of cash and the head of a protected brown bear.

Osun police are investigating the fatal shooting of a driver by customs officers, with the probe also including police personnel who were present at the scene of the killing.

Customs officers from the Department for Suppression of Smuggling, Waterway Control Section, discovered over nine tons of undeclared oil in the tanks of a ship during an inbound inspection at the Veliko Gradište border crossing on March 11, 2026.

Customs officers at the Gostun border crossing prevented an attempt to smuggle 94 pairs of sneakers and 620 electronic cigarettes found hidden within a shipment of commercial corn.

Customs officers at the Ilok border crossing prevented an attempt to smuggle €46,650 into the EU, finding the money in the luggage of a Croatian citizen driving a car with BiH license plates, who was fined €13,000.

Customs officers in Lower Silesia intercepted a truck on the S8 highway carrying over 24 tons of plastic waste, which was falsely declared as stones, minerals, and sand.

The Customs Department carried out a series of successful interceptions and seizures on March 3-4, 2026, uncovering several illicit activities at various crossing points, including the illegal transportation of foreign nationals, animal products, and duty-free cigarettes. On March 3, 2026, Customs officers at the Ayios Dometios crossing point noticed a long-base vehicle driven by a […]

Customs officers in Medininkai, Lithuania, discovered ingeniously designed hidden compartments containing contraband cigarettes in a car on Tuesday.

Customs officials at the Preševo border crossing prevented the smuggling of valuables, numismatics, and narcotics with an estimated value of 30,000 euros on February 23.

A 32-year-old Belarusian man was arrested in Poland after customs officers found over 111 kilograms of hashish, valued at nearly 5.7 million PLN, hidden in his truck.

Customs officers in Sri Lanka have launched a black armband protest to express their dissatisfaction over delays in promotions.

Customs officers at the Ayios Dometios checkpoint seized 12 grams of cannabis, 50 packs of heated tobacco sticks, six cartons of cigarettes, and 1.5 kilograms of rolling tobacco.