Customs Raid Hotels: 17 Criminal Cases Over Black Work and Wage Violations
Customs' Financial Control Black Work (FKS) unit recently conducted inspections in the hotel and catering industry, uncovering numerous cases that require further investigation. The inspections, carried out on September 19, 2025, revealed suspected violations of immigration regulations and minimum wage laws.
The FKS, led by an unnamed official, deployed around 60 customs officers across Koblenz, Mainz, and Trier. They inspected and questioned over 170 employees, comparing their data with the hotels' payroll and financial records. The operation resulted in 17 criminal proceedings and 46 administrative offenses, primarily for residence regulation violations.
The hotel and catering industry, one of Germany's largest and most employment-intensive sectors, is subject to the Minimum Wage Act (MiLoG). Since January 1, 2025, the general minimum wage has been set at 12.82 euros per hour. Extensive follow-up inspections will be conducted to ensure compliance with these regulations.
The Customs Service is committed to combating black work in the hotel and catering industry to safeguard social systems and state revenues. The recent inspections and the initiation of criminal and administrative proceedings underscore this commitment. Further investigations are ongoing to address the suspected violations.
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