Alcohol / Spirits → Pakistan

Alcohol / Spirits is restricted for travelers entering Pakistan; declare above the personal allowance.

Details

Alcohol / Spirits requires declaration at customs (and in some cases an import permit) when carried by travelers into Pakistan. Federal Board of Revenue — Pakistan Customs applies a personal-allowance threshold per item category; quantities above attract duty + the destination's VAT/GST rate (18%) plus, for select categories, an additional excise tax. ASEAN AFTA / RCEP preferential treatment for member-state goods. Cultural-property export rules vary sharply by destination. Travelers should consult Federal Board of Revenue — Pakistan Customs for the current quantity threshold + documentation requirement before departure.

Leaving with this item

Pakistan operates a permit regime for alcohol; travellers should not carry spirits out without verifying their possession is lawful under it.

Practical advice

Carry Alcohol / Spirits in carry-on where applicable (medication / lithium battery / valuables). On arrival, walk the Red Channel and declare on the customs form. Federal Board of Revenue — Pakistan Customs computes duty + VAT at the published rate. Have the purchase receipt + (for medication) the original prescription available.

Customs authority

Federal Board of Revenue — Pakistan Customs · https://www.fbr.gov.pk/