A Greek Cypriot traveler who arrived at Larnaca Airport from Dubai was caught in a sting operation by Customs Department officials.
The passenger was selected for a luggage inspection after choosing the green “Nothing to Declare” lane upon exiting the customs area.
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During the inspection, 31 pieces of jewelry were found in his luggage (1 set of earrings, 1 pendant, 10 rings, 17 bracelets, 2 necklaces), 13 diamonds, and 32 jewelry certificates, with a total value of €41,163, which he failed to declare to Customs for the payment of the corresponding duties and taxes.
The goods were seized, and on October 9, 2026, a retroactive assessment of customs and other duties was issued, pursuant to which the party involved was required to pay €10,000 for the applicable duties and taxes, plus a surcharge and interest, while his request for an out-of-court settlement of the offense was accepted upon payment of an additional amount of €5,000.
