On September 1, 2024, the General Customs Administration of Germany warmly invites you to get a behind-the-scenes look at the work of customs officers and spend an informative and diverse day in Darmstadt

The goal of the hospitality day is to provide an in-depth understanding of the wide range of customs tasks.

Location: Karolinenplatz and Friedensplatz,

Darmstadt, Germany

Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Customs Day - the name says it all: exciting demonstrations, informative discussions, tips on customs training, and an auction of confiscated contraband goods - all part of the program showcasing the daily work of the customs service.

Event Program:

  • Service dogs in action.
  • Customs auction - join the bidding.
  • Laser shooting range from the customs ski team.
  • Trainees explain - career opportunities in customs.
  • Meet service dog Mateo - the mascot of the German customs.
  • Musical accompaniment by COMBOZOLLA.

In the themed tents, the entire range of the diverse and interesting tasks of the customs administration will be presented. Customs officers will be happy to answer your questions about customs and its work. The following themed tents will be featured (from wildlife protection to the customs dog training school):

  • Wildlife Protection: Which animals and plants are protected?
  • German Customs Museum: What smuggling hiding spots existed in the past and now?
  • Money Laundering: What and who is behind it?
  • Intellectual Property Rights: How to recognize counterfeit branded products?
  • Narcotics: Which drugs and medicines are illegal?
  • Travel: What should you know when traveling from abroad?
  • Combating Illegal Employment: Why is illegal employment being combated?
  • Self-Defense: What tricks are there for self-defense?
  • Special Units: What do customs special units do?
  • Duties and Taxes: What exactly is subject to customs duties?
  • Weapons: What is allowed, what is prohibited?
  • Customs Procedures: What happens during customs clearance?
  • Customs Dog Training School: How are customs dogs trained?

Look forward to an exciting day with a diverse program and many highlights. Welcome to Customs Day in Darmstadt!

You can also join the event program online.

Link on the official page of the General Customs Administration of Germany