Hazardous Articles include but are not limited to fireworks, firearms, explosives and weapons of any kind. 3.1 The Carriage of Hazardous Articles is subject to prohibitions and restrictions. 3.1. 2 Firearms: the Carriage of Firearms is RESTRICTED.
Travelling with us is the quickest, easiest, and most eco-friendly way to cross the channel. Our fares include your vehicle and up to 9 people. With no luggage restrictions you are free to bring all the luggage and sports equipment you want . . . and you can also bring your furry friends when travelling with us too.
If you are entering the UK, the basic rules are that you are allowed to bring in 42 litres of beer, 18 litres of still wine, 4 litres of spirits OR 9 litres of sparkling wine. In addition to alcohol, you are allowed 200 cigarettes OR 100 cigarillos OR 50 cigars OR 250g of tobacco (or a combination of these quantities).
Can I take food on board? Absolutely. You can bring your own food on European and London routes. And unlike in the sky, we won't restrict you with stifling rules on liquids.
Yes, you can bring food with you for personal consumption between Folkestone & Calais, and for your onward journey. However, there are certain kinds of food that you cannot bring into the EU —use this resource on restrictions as a guide.
Will I require customs clearance? All goods destined for or originating from a non-EU country will require UK customs clearance, which is a compulsory process which all drivers will be required to comply with in order to use the Eurotunnel le shuttle.
Any other weapon made, adapted or intended for use as an offensive weapon. Alcohol that is in excess of our alcohol policy. Any item of furniture. Perishable items such as meat, fish and dairy products.
Eurostar passengers require a valid passport or identity card. You will pass through UK, French, Dutch or Belgian customs depending on the journey you are undertaking.
Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.
Rules when travelling from a non-EU countryIf you travel to the EU from a non-EU country, you are not allowed to bring any meat or dairy products with you.
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.
If you're on the phone as you enter the tunnel, your call will continue uninterrupted, and work fine for the whole tunnel. However, just before leaving the tunnel your call will drop, as that's where the French network ends.
1 Answer. To allow for adequate fire suppression, in the event of a vehicle fire in the tunnel. The tunnel's fire suppression system depends upon complete mixing of the released halon gas with all air, without having pockets of high (or low) halon concentration.
Arrival and check-in timesPlan to check-in at least 1 hour and no more than 2 hours before your booked departure time. If it's a busy day, it's unlikely we'll be able to accommodate you on an earlier or later depature.