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Egypt Customs Allowance 2026: Alcohol, Tobacco & Duty-Free Limits

Flag of Egypt EgyptDuty-free allowance per adult
  • 1 Lspirits
  • 200cigarettes
  • —minimum age

Quick answer

Alcohol: 1 L spirits; plus up to 3 L from arrival duty-free within 48 h (USD 200 limit, small duty). Tobacco: 200 cigarettes (1 carton) or 25 cigars or 200 g tobacco; plus 2 cartons from arrival duty-free.

Source: customs.gov.eg, checked 5 Nov 2026

  • Alcohol

    1 L spirits; plus up to 3 L from arrival duty-free within 48 h (USD 200 limit, small duty)

    Source: customs.gov.eg, checked 5 Nov 2026

  • Tobacco

    200 cigarettes (1 carton) or 25 cigars or 200 g tobacco; plus 2 cartons from arrival duty-free

    Source: customs.gov.eg, checked 5 Nov 2026

  • Vapes and e-cigarettes

    Requires approval from import control authority (GOEIC)

    Source: customs.gov.eg, checked 5 Nov 2026

  • Food, plants and animals

    Not stated on the Egyptian Customs Authority page. Declare all food, plants and animal products on arrival.

    Source: customs.gov.eg, checked 5 Nov 2026

How much alcohol can I bring into Egypt?

1 L spirits; plus up to 3 L from arrival duty-free within 48 h (USD 200 limit, small duty).

Source: customs.gov.eg, checked 5 Nov 2026

How many cigarettes can I bring into Egypt?

200 cigarettes (1 carton) or 25 cigars or 200 g tobacco; plus 2 cartons from arrival duty-free.

Source: customs.gov.eg, checked 5 Nov 2026

Can I bring a vape into Egypt?

Requires approval from import control authority (GOEIC).

Source: customs.gov.eg, checked 5 Nov 2026

Can I fly to Egypt with a power bank?

Yes, in your carry-on only: up to 100 Wh each, at most 2 power banks, and no recharging on board. That is the international rule from 27 March 2026; your airline may be stricter.

Source: IATA guidance on the ICAO rule, checked 6 Nov 2026

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