Gold Bars and Coins Seized at Border From Lithuanian Citizen

A Lithuanian citizen attempted to bring 15 gold bars and coins worth around 260,000 roubles (about 71K euro) into Belarus without declaring them.

The 57-year-old Lithuanian was crossing the border in a Nissan at the Kamenny Loh checkpoint. He entered the red channel to declare five commemorative coins and 13 gold coins and bars, as well as to submit a declaration for the temporary import of the vehicle.

During a baggage inspection, Belarusian customs officers found a metal case containing seven gold bars and eight coins, the State Customs Committee said.

The bars and coins will be confiscated. The man faces a fine of up to 30 base units (1,260 roubles). The administrative case has been forwarded to court.