How much alcohol can I bring into Zambia?
2.5 L clear beer, plus 2.5 L wine, plus 1.5 L spirits. You must be 18 or over.
Source: zra.org.zm, checked 5 Nov 2026
Quick answer
Alcohol: 2.5 L clear beer, plus 2.5 L wine, plus 1.5 L spirits (age 18+). Tobacco: 400 cigarettes or 0.5 kg tobacco or 0.5 kg cigars.
Source: zra.org.zm, checked 5 Nov 2026
Alcohol
2.5 L clear beer, plus 2.5 L wine, plus 1.5 L spirits
Minimum age: 18
Source: zra.org.zm, checked 5 Nov 2026
Tobacco
400 cigarettes or 0.5 kg tobacco or 0.5 kg cigars
Source: zra.org.zm, checked 5 Nov 2026
Vapes and e-cigarettes
Not stated on the Zambia Revenue Authority page. Some countries ban vapes outright, so check before you travel.
Source: zra.org.zm, checked 5 Nov 2026
Food, plants and animals
Not stated on the Zambia Revenue Authority page. Declare all food, plants and animal products on arrival.
Source: zra.org.zm, checked 5 Nov 2026
How many cigarettes can I bring into Zambia?
400 cigarettes or 0.5 kg tobacco or 0.5 kg cigars.
Source: zra.org.zm, checked 5 Nov 2026
Can I fly to Zambia 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