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08 Oct 2025

Revenue seize cigarettes from Antigua and Barbuda cargo vessel in Waterford

Revenue seize cigarettes from Antigua and Barbuda cargo vessel in Waterford

Revenue officers seized approximately 8,800 cigarettes during a search of a vessel at Belview Port in Waterford on Tuesday

The cargo vessel is registered in Antigua and Barbuda. The cigarettes, branded ‘L&M Red’, have an estimated retail value of over €5,280, representing a potential loss to the Exchequer of €4,200.

This seizure was part of Revenue’s ongoing operations targeting the shadow economy and the supply and sale of illegal tobacco products.

If businesses or members of the public have any information regarding the smuggling, they can contact Revenue in confidence on free phone number 1800 295 295.

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