Contrabanda din vacanță, Vama nu iartă. Turiștii care aduc zeci de mii de țigări pe post de suvenir rămân fără ele

Romanian customs data shows a significant drop in cigarette smuggling during summer vacations, with only 854,450 contraband cigarettes seized in June 2026. This is a stark contrast to 2025, where 34.6 million were confiscated. The decline is attributed to increased enforcement and awareness among travelers. Customs authorities emphasize that all cases are addressed, urging tourists to comply with regulations on personal cigarette allowances. Recent incidents continue to occur, highlighting ongoing challenges in combating smuggling.