How much alcohol can I bring into China?
1.5 L over 12% ABV (0.75 L if from HK/Macao).
Source: english.cq.gov.cn, checked 5 Nov 2026
Quick answer
Alcohol: 1.5 L over 12% ABV (0.75 L if from HK/Macao). Tobacco: 400 cigarettes or 20 cigars or 500 g cut tobacco (half if from HK/Macao).
Source: english.cq.gov.cn, checked 5 Nov 2026
Alcohol
1.5 L over 12% ABV (0.75 L if from HK/Macao)
Source: english.cq.gov.cn, checked 5 Nov 2026
Tobacco
400 cigarettes or 20 cigars or 500 g cut tobacco (half if from HK/Macao)
Source: english.cq.gov.cn, checked 5 Nov 2026
Vapes and e-cigarettes
Not stated on the General Administration of Customs (via Chongqing Municipal Government) page. Some countries ban vapes outright, so check before you travel.
Source: english.cq.gov.cn, checked 5 Nov 2026
Food, plants and animals
Not stated on the General Administration of Customs (via Chongqing Municipal Government) page. Declare all food, plants and animal products on arrival.
Source: english.cq.gov.cn, checked 5 Nov 2026
How many cigarettes can I bring into China?
400 cigarettes or 20 cigars or 500 g cut tobacco (half if from HK/Macao).
Source: english.cq.gov.cn, checked 5 Nov 2026
Can I fly to China with a power bank?
Yes, within China's rule: Power banks without a 3C mark, with unclear 3C mark, or from recalled models/batches are banned on domestic flights (Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) via Beijing municipal govt, from 2025-06-28).
Source: english.beijing.gov.cn