How Much Alcohol Can One Bring into Northern Cyprus?
Duty-free allowance for alcohol to Northern Cyprus is limited to a specific amount.
Importing alcohol to Northern Cyprus
As of today, the duty-free allowance for alcohol to Northern Cyprus is 1.5 liters of any strength. The information found online about 1 liter of alcohol with an alcohol content exceeding 22% and 2 liters of alcohol with an alcohol content of up to 22% is not accurate.
Other customs restrictions
Additionally, the duty-free allowance for Northern Cyprus includes 400 cigarettes (20 packs or 2 cartons), 500 grams of rolling or pipe tobacco, and 100 milliliters of perfume.
Frequently asked questions
Up to what value is new products duty-free?
Products in factory packaging with an estimated value of up to 75 euros, without a clear business purpose, are duty-free. However, the customs officer may make a decision on the spot based on the situation.
What happens if you bring more alcohol?
Exceeding the volume is subject to a duty of 10 euros per liter for quantities between three and five liters. Importing more than five liters per person is also prohibited, and the excess will be confiscated.
From what age can you import alcohol to Northern Cyprus?
Only adult passengers are allowed to transport alcohol, so "giving" a child part of your alcohol is not the best idea.
- Cyprus-FAQ tip: The cost of alcohol in Northern Cyprus is lower than in the duty-free shop at the same Ercan Airport, so it only makes sense to bring your own alcohol if it is not available in the TRNC.
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