UK Expands Ban on EU Meat and Dairy Imports to Combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease

New restrictions, effective immediately, aim to protect British livestock and farming industry from potential outbreaks as cases rise across Europe.

The UK has implemented a comprehensive ban on personal imports of meat and dairy products from all EU countries, effective April 12, 2025.
The ban extends earlier restrictions targeting specific FMD-affected nations, including Germany, Hungary, Slovakia, and Austria.
Travelers arriving in Great Britain with banned items will face confiscation, destruction of goods, and potential fines of up to £5,000.
Exemptions apply to imports from Northern Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey, and the Isle of Man, as well as specific items like infant milk and medical foods.
Government officials and agricultural leaders emphasize the importance of stricter biosecurity measures to protect livestock and prevent economic losses.