Lexi Webster
Australia has specific duty-free allowances for travellers entering the country, and it's important to be aware of these restrictions to avoid penalties. The duty-free allowance for alcohol is a key consideration for many travellers, and in Australia, those aged 18 and over can bring up to 2.25 litres of alcoholic beverages into the country. This is part of the personal goods concession, which also includes tobacco products and general goods. It's worth noting that exceeding duty-free allowances will result in duties and taxes being applied to all items of that type, not just those in excess. Additionally, certain items like plant materials and animal products may be allowed but must be declared and inspected.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Alcohol allowance | 2.25 litres of alcoholic beverages per person aged 18 years or over |
| Tobacco allowance | 25 cigarettes or 25 grams of cigars or other tobacco products per person aged 18 years or over |
| General goods allowance | AUD 900 for passengers aged 18 years and over, AUD 450 for under 18 years |
| Combined family allowance | AUD 2700 for a family of two adults and two children |
| Local currency allowance | No restrictions up to AUD 10,000 |
| Gifts | AUD 1,000 or less are typically exempt from duty and tax |
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What You'll Learn
Alcohol allowance for travellers over 18
If you are 18 or older, you can bring up to AUD 900 worth of general goods into Australia duty-free. General goods include gifts, souvenirs, cameras, electronic equipment, leather goods, perfume concentrates, jewellery, watches, and sporting equipment. Personal goods are exempt from duty and tax if they have been owned and used by the passenger for 12 months or more or are imported temporarily.
In addition to the general goods allowance, travellers aged 18 and over can bring up to 2.25 litres of alcoholic beverages into Australia duty-free. All alcohol must be packed in checked-in baggage and is subject to liquids, aerosols, and gels (LAGs) restrictions. You cannot board your flight with a bottle or container of alcohol exceeding 100ml in your carry-on luggage.
If you exceed the duty-free allowances, duty and tax will be payable on all items of that type, not just the items in excess. The amount payable will depend on the type and value of the goods. Families travelling together can combine their individual duty-free concessions by staying together during Customs clearance.
Certain food items, plant materials, and animal products may be allowed into Australia but must be declared and inspected by biosecurity officers. Some items may be subject to restrictions or prohibited. Gifts sent from overseas with a value of AUD 1,000 or less are typically exempt from duty and tax. Local currency (Australian Dollars or foreign currency) up to AUD 10,000 is allowed without restriction.
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Duty-free for under 18s
When flying internationally, you can travel with a certain amount or value of goods free of tax and duty, known as your duty-free allowance and personal goods concession. In Australia, travellers under the age of 18 can bring in goods to the value of AUD$450 without paying duty. This includes souvenirs, clothes, cameras, electronic equipment, and sporting goods.
It's important to note that there are restrictions on the amount of liquids, aerosols, and gels (LAGs) you can carry on board the plane, so duty-free purchases may need to be placed in checked luggage for some flights. If your journey includes a stopover where you leave the airport, you can purchase duty-free alcohol and liquids at the stopover airport and transfer them to your checked luggage at your next destination.
For travellers under 18, it's important to note that duty-free alcohol and tobacco concessions do not apply. Alcohol and tobacco products are often subject to excise duty in addition to customs duties.
If you're travelling with family, you can combine your allowances. For example, a family of two adults and two children under 18 would have a combined allowance of AUD$2,700 for general goods.
It's always a good idea to check the latest allowances and restrictions for each country's customs requirements, as well as the Australian Border Force website, for the most up-to-date information.
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Tobacco allowance
If you are aged 18 or over, you can bring one unopened packet of up to 25 cigarettes or 25 grams of other tobacco products, and one open packet of cigarettes duty-free into Australia. This applies to all tobacco products in your accompanied baggage, regardless of their purchase location or method.
You will pay duty on any tobacco above 25 grams, and you can bring up to 1.5 kg of smokeless tobacco for personal use.
The duty-free allowance in Australia also allows for importing goods that do not exceed AUD $1000. If you exceed this limit, you will be liable to pay tax and GST, depending on the cost of the goods and other factors.
When families return to Australia on the same flight, they can combine their individual duty-free concession limits by staying together during customs clearance. For example, the combined duty-free allowance for a family of two adults and two children would be AUD $2700.
Gifts sent from overseas with a value of AUD 1000 or less are typically exempt from duty and tax. If the value of the gifts exceeds AUD 1000, they may be subject to duties and taxes.
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Paying duty and tax
If you exceed your duty-free allowance, you will need to pay duty and tax on all items of that type, not just the items in excess. The amount you pay will depend on the type and value of the goods. For example, if you exceed the alcohol limit, duty and tax will apply to all alcohol items, not just the alcohol over the limit.
When travelling with family, you can combine your individual duty-free concession limits by staying together during Customs clearance. For instance, the combined duty-free allowance for a family of two adults and two children would be AUD $2700.
If you are entering Australia, you can bring in AUD 10,000 or less in local or foreign currency without needing to declare it. However, any amount over AUD 10,000 must be declared in a Cross Border Movement Report (CBMR).
If you are bringing gifts into the country, presents valued at AUD 1,000 or less are typically exempt from duty and tax. Gifts over this value may be subject to duties and taxes.
It's important to note that some items may be restricted or prohibited, so it's always a good idea to check the latest allowances and restrictions for each country's customs requirements.
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Importing non-alcoholic goods
When flying internationally, travellers are entitled to a certain amount of goods free of tax and duty, known as their duty-free allowance and personal goods concession. Travellers aged 18 and over can bring up to 2.25 litres of alcohol into Australia. This allowance also includes up to 25 cigarettes, 25g of tobacco, or cigars. Travellers over 18 may also import personal belongings owned and used for at least 12 months, and other goods to a value of AU$900 (AU$450 if under 18).
Exceeding duty-free limits will result in duty and tax being applied to all items of that type, not just those over the limit. It is recommended to check the latest allowances and customs requirements for each country, as restrictions can vary. For example, duty-free allowances for alcohol differ greatly between Indonesia, Canada, and the USA.
Non-alcoholic goods that can be imported into Australia include:
- Cheese, butter, and other dairy products for personal use, produced in a country approved as being free from foot-and-mouth disease, with the origin listed on the product label.
- Food items such as jam, chutney, pickles, and canned, bottled, or preserved fruit and vegetables, provided they are preserved or pickled by an acceptable method.
- Shelf-stable prawn-based food products, which may be inspected upon arrival to ensure they meet the shelf-stable condition requirements.
Before importing non-alcoholic goods to Australia, it is important to check the Biosecurity Import Conditions system (BICON) to ensure that the goods are allowed. Commercial goods have separate import requirements. All travellers entering Australia are required to complete a declaration, and certain food, plant material, or animal products must be declared and may be inspected by a biosecurity officer. These items can also be voluntarily disposed of in bins located in the terminal.
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Frequently asked questions
Adults (18 years and over) can bring up to 2.25 litres of alcoholic beverages into Australia duty-free.
Yes, alcohol is subject to liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) restrictions. You cannot board your flight with a bottle or container of alcohol exceeding 100ml in your carry-on luggage.
Alcohol purchased outside of Australia may not be allowed onboard as carry-on depending on where you are flying in from. It is recommended to check with the customs service of each destination for more information.
If you exceed the duty-free allowance, you will need to pay duty and tax on all items of that type, not just the items in excess.
Yes, in addition to the alcohol allowance, adults (18 years and over) can bring up to AUD 900 worth of general goods duty-free, and up to 25 grams of tobacco products duty-free.
