How much alcohol can I bring into Rwanda?
1 L spirits or 2 L wine. You must be 18 or over.
Source: rra.gov.rw, checked 5 Nov 2026
Quick answer
Alcohol: 1 L spirits or 2 L wine (age 18+). Tobacco: 250 g total (cigarettes, cigars, tobacco, snuff).
Source: rra.gov.rw, checked 5 Nov 2026
Alcohol
1 L spirits or 2 L wine
Minimum age: 18
Source: rra.gov.rw, checked 5 Nov 2026
Tobacco
250 g total (cigarettes, cigars, tobacco, snuff)
Source: rra.gov.rw, checked 5 Nov 2026
Vapes and e-cigarettes
Not stated on the Rwanda Revenue Authority page. Some countries ban vapes outright, so check before you travel.
Source: rra.gov.rw, checked 5 Nov 2026
Food, plants and animals
Not stated on the Rwanda Revenue Authority page. Declare all food, plants and animal products on arrival.
Source: rra.gov.rw, checked 5 Nov 2026
How many cigarettes can I bring into Rwanda?
250 g total (cigarettes, cigars, tobacco, snuff).
Source: rra.gov.rw, checked 5 Nov 2026
Can I fly to Rwanda 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