Council of the European Union 28 May 1969, Council Directive 69/169/EEC of 28 May 1969 on the harmonisation of provisions laid down by Law, Regulation or Administrative Action relating to exemption from turnover tax and excise duty on imports in international travel

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Council Directive 69/169/EEC aims to harmonize laws regarding exemptions from turnover tax and excise duty on imports for personal luggage during international travel. Key provisions include exemptions for goods not exceeding 25 units of account for travelers from third countries and 75 units for intra-member state travel, with specific limits on certain goods like tobacco and alcohol. Member States are required to implement these measures by January 1, 1970, and must inform the Commission of their compliance actions.AI