Alcohol / Spirits → Mexico

3 liters duty-free for travelers over 18

Details

Mexico allows travelers over 18 to bring up to 3 liters of alcohol duty-free. This is more generous than most countries. Quantities above 3 liters face import duty and excise taxes. Travelers should keep items in original packaging where applicable. No special customs procedures required for personal quantities within standard duty-free allowances. Declare if exceeding personal use thresholds.

Quantity limit

3 liters duty-free

Documentation required

• Mexican SAT customs declaration for quantities above 3 litres

Legal reference

Mexican Customs Law

Practical advice

Standard duty-free allowance applies (typically 1L spirits + 1-2L wine + beer). Declare any quantity above; excise + 16% VAT computed at Servicio de Administración Tributaria — SAT (Tax Administration Service, Customs Division) Red Channel. Bring purchase receipts.

Customs authority

Servicio de Administración Tributaria — SAT (Tax Administration Service, Customs Division) · https://www.sat.gob.mx