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How Much Alcohol Can I Bring into Australia? 2026 Duty-Free Limit

Flag of Australia AustraliaDuty-free allowance per adult
  • 2.25 Lalcohol
  • 25cigarettes
  • 18+minimum age

Quick answer

2.25 L, if you are 18 or over.

Source: abf.gov.au, checked 5 Nov 2026

How much alcohol can I bring into Australia duty-free?

2.25 L. The allowance applies from age 18. Anything over the allowance must be declared, and duty and tax may apply.

Source: abf.gov.au, checked 5 Nov 2026

Can I carry alcohol on the plane to Australia?

Alcohol up to 24% ABV (beer, wine): carry-on yes, but carry-on liquids limit of the departure airport applies; checked bag yes; No aviation limit; destination customs allowance applies. Source: faa.gov, checked 5 Nov 2026

Alcohol 24-70% ABV (spirits): carry-on yes, but carry-on liquids limit applies; checked bag yes; Max 5 L per container and 5 L per passenger, unopened retail packaging. Source: faa.gov, checked 5 Nov 2026

Alcohol over 70% ABV (e.g. 151-proof rum, grain alcohol): carry-on no; checked bag no; Forbidden. Source: faa.gov, checked 5 Nov 2026

Drinks in your carry-on also count toward the airport's liquids limit unless bought after security.