Can I take a packed lunch on the ferry to France?

Travelers can take most food items on the ferry to France as long as they are for personal consumption and do not exceed the allowed quantities. However, it is important to check the latest food import regulations to ensure that the items you plan to bring are allowed.



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Food on board Yes, of course! Actually, you are not only allowed, but you are advised to. To be clear, there are canteens or restaurants on the ferries, where you can find snacks and drinks. Tip: If you don't want to spend your whole vacation budget on board, then you should probably bring homemade snacks.

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Yes, you can bring food with you for personal consumption between Folkestone & Calais, and for your onward journey.

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Travelers can take most food items on the ferry to France as long as they are for personal consumption and do not exceed the allowed quantities.

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What types of security procedures should a traveler expect? By entering the Ferry property, people agree to searches of their baggage,vehicle, person or property and to provide a photo ID upon request.

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You can take solid food such as sandwiches and fruit through security and on board. All liquid food must be packed in individual containers with a maximum capacity of 100 ml (3,4 oz) each and the containers must fit into one transparent and re-sealable plastic bag that is no larger than 1 liter.

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Foot passengers cannot transport firearms, ammunition or any other item considered to be a dangerous weapon, such as bows and arrows, knives (including chef's knives) swords etc, on board our vessels.

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Ferry carries people who want to go from one bank to another bank of a river. It can also carry pets, vehicles and heavy luggage.

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What is this? DFDS state that you are allowed to take your own food and soft drinks on board to be consumed in your cabin (no alcohol). I do like the DFDS Seaways evening buffet but it was going to work out at around 110 euros (each way) including one drink for each for us to dine here.

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If you are travelling as a foot passenger, the final passport control and security check takes place when you are called to the gate for the bus that takes you from the terminal to the ferry. You will also have had to show your passport when yo check-in. French Customs officers may be at Caen.

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Can you take your own food onboard a Brittany Ferries Ferry. As long as you can carry it from your car to the main decks you can take your own food on board and this is a great option to save some money.

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Food products should be commercially packaged and sealed with ingredients listed in English. The passenger must provide proof of the origin of beef, pork, poultry, cervid meat, and pet food to bring them into the United States.

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As a general rule, condiments, vinegars, oils, packaged spices, honey, coffee and tea are admissible. Because rice can often harbor insects, it is best to avoid bringing it into the United States. Some imported foods are also subject to requirements of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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Passengers are not allowed to bring alcoholic beverages on or off a vessel except for beverages that they are transporting as personal baggage in unopened containers, which may not be opened while the vessel is underway.

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Each passenger is allowed 2 pieces of luggage, no larger than 23”x23”x37” and weighing no more than 50 lbs each, to be stowed in the luggage compartment. In addition, each passenger may bring one carry-on that fits at the seat or in the overhead bin.

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