Can I bring Maotai / Luxury Spirits to Taiwan?
Maotai / Luxury SpiritsβTaiwan
β Allowed
About Maotai / Luxury Spirits
When bringing Maotai and Premium Baijiu, ensure compliance with Taiwan Customs Administration (Ministry of Finance) regulations. When carrying Maotai and Premium Baijiu in checked luggage, please pack it securely to prevent breakage, and be aware of the total volume limits for alcohol imports. Some countries have stricter age and quota requirements for high-proof spirits like Maotai and Premium Baijiu.
General Rules Apply
We don't have specific rules for Maotai / Luxury Spirits yet. Below are the general rules for Alcoholic Beverages that apply to Maotai / Luxury Spirits.
π Carrying Limits
- Quantity Limit:1.5 litres of alcoholic beverages per adult aged 20+, any number of bottles
β Declaration Requirements
β Required
Form needed: Red Channel if over 1.5L
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π Important Notes
- β’**β ALLOWED β 1
- β’5 litres duty-free (age 20+)** Taiwan Customs allows each arriving passenger aged 20 or over **1
- β’5 litres of alcoholic beverages**, regardless of type or strength, and regardless of the number of bottles (two 750 ml bottles of wine, or one 700 ml whisky plus a 750 ml wine, both work)
- β’**Over the limit**: declare at the Red Channel and pay alcohol tax plus 5% VAT and any duty
- β’Tax is by volume and strength β an extra 700 ml bottle of 40% spirits costs roughly NT$300β500 in tax, so declaring is cheap
- β’**Undeclared excess**: confiscated and fined at least NT$2,000 per litre
- β’**Under 20**: no allowance
- β’Taiwan's drinking age is 20
- β’**Local market**: Taiwan makes excellent whisky (Kavalan, Omar) and Kinmen kaoliang
- β’imported wine and spirits are moderately priced with a 5% VAT
β Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring Maotai and Premium Baijiu purchased at duty-free on the plane?
Maotai and Premium Baijiu purchased at airport duty-free and sealed in a Secure Tamper-Evident Bag (STEB) can usually be brought on board, even if it exceeds the 100ml limit. However, keep the receipt and ensure the bag remains sealed until you reach your final destination.
What should I consider when bringing Maotai and Premium Baijiu?
The most important thing when bringing Maotai and Premium Baijiu is to confirm if it exceeds the duty-free allowance or declaration threshold of your destination. It's recommended to keep purchase receipts and ensure Maotai and Premium Baijiu is in its original packaging for easier customs inspection. If the Maotai and Premium Baijiu is of high value, always use the red declaration channel.
β More Questions
Does the 1.5 L limit apply per bottle or in total?
In total. You can split it across any number of bottles β for example two 750 ml wines, or three 500 ml sake. What matters is that the combined volume does not exceed 1.5 litres per adult.
Can I bring Kinmen kaoliang or Kavalan whisky home from Taiwan?
Yes β they are Taiwan's most popular alcohol souvenirs. Check your home allowance: 1 litre of spirits for the EU and UK, 1 litre for the US (more with duty), 3 bottles/760 ml each for Japan. Taoyuan departure duty-free sells both at good prices.
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