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

How much alcohol can I bring into the Netherlands duty-free?

16 L beer, plus 4 L still wine, plus (1 L spirits >22% or 1 L <22% incl. sparkling). The allowance applies from age 17. Anything over the allowance must be declared, and duty and tax may apply.

Source: douane.nl, checked 5 Nov 2026

Can I carry alcohol on the plane to the Netherlands?

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.

Airline alcohol rules for flights from the Netherlands

KLM: Over 70% ABV prohibited. Source: oman.klm.com, checked 6 Nov 2026