- French customs authorities have updated excise duty rates for alcohol and alcoholic beverages, effective from 2026.
- The update was published in a circular dated 22 December 2025.
- The revised rates apply to all categories of alcoholic beverages, including spirits, wines, beers, and intermediate products.
- Foreign businesses importing, selling, or distributing alcohol in France are directly affected.
- Operators must review their pricing, excise calculations, and compliance procedures due to these changes.
Source: rmboulanger.com
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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