Arnold Schwarzenegger, who was detained at Munich airport for not declaring an expensive watch at customs, will have to pay a fine of 35,000 euros. Thus, the amount of the fine exceeds the value of his unique accessory, which Arnold Schwarzenegger planned to sell at auction and donate the proceeds.
According to the actor’s entourage, he was the only passenger on the flight arriving from Los Angeles who was subjected to a thorough search. He was questioned by customs officials and was able to call his lawyer.
“We have initiated criminal proceedings in accordance with our tax laws. The watch had to be registered because it is a high-value import,” commented Thomas Meister, spokesman for Munich’s main customs office. – If the goods stay in the EU, you have to declare them. This applies to everyone, regardless of whether their name is Schwarzenegger or Müller, Meyer or Huber”
