
Allowances & Customs
The US Customs Allowance Explained Without the Government Jargon
The $800 exemption, the 1-liter alcohol rule, cigar limits and what happens if you go over. A plain-English guide for returning US residents.
How much you can bring home without paying duty.

The $800 exemption, the 1-liter alcohol rule, cigar limits and what happens if you go over. A plain-English guide for returning US residents.

EU arrival allowances for alcohol, tobacco and gifts are lower than many travelers expect. Here's the simple breakdown before you load up at your departure airport.