How much tobacco can you take on a plane?

The amount of tobacco you can take on a plane can vary depending on the airline and the country’s regulations. However, I can provide you with some general guidelines.

For cigarettes:

  • Most airlines allow passengers to carry a reasonable quantity of cigarettes in their carry-on or checked baggage for personal use.
  • It is important to note that some countries have restrictions on the quantity of cigarettes you can bring with you, either duty-free or overall, so it’s essential to check the specific regulations of your destination country.

For tobacco products other than cigarettes (such as loose tobacco, cigars, or cigarillos):

  • The allowance for these tobacco products is generally smaller than for cigarettes.
  • Again, the specific regulations regarding the quantity allowed may vary by country, so it’s important to check the customs regulations of your destination.

The duty-free allowance for tobacco products when entering Australia is 25 grams (or equivalent) of tobacco or 25 sticks of cigarettes or cigars. This allowance applies to passengers aged 18 years or older.

Note:

  • If you go over the duty-free limits, you will pay duty and tax on all items of that type, not just the amount you went over.
  • If you are over the limit, declare the goods and provide proof of purchase to us for the calculation of any duty and tax to be paid.
  • If you do not declare your goods and their value, you can be fined, and prosecuted; and if you are not an Australian citizen, have your visa cancelled.
  • Payment of Customs duty and/or other taxes is by:
    • cash (Australian dollars)
    • credit/debit card (MasterCard, Visa or American Express) at an international airport
    • by electronic funds transfer (EFTPOS) from an Australian bank account at an international airport.
    • Merchant fees for credit/debit card payments are passed on. This fee is not subject to GST and is equal to the fee that we incur from our banker.

In any case, it’s always advisable to check with the airline you are flying with and consult the customs and border control websites of both your departure and destination countries to ensure compliance with the regulations.