Goods Across Borders · Customs rule card
Wine → New Zealand
Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2026-05-13
ALLOWED
No specific restrictions for personal wine
Details
Wine duty-free allowances are separate from spirits in many countries and are often more generous given wine's lower alcohol content. The UK permits 18 liters of still wine duty-free for personal import. Australia allows 2.25 liters of wine duty-free
Quantity limit
Personal use
IATA dangerous goods
Wine is classified under Class 3 — Flammable liquids. Cabin and checked-baggage limits apply on top of customs rules.
Practical advice
Standard wine allowance typically 2-4L per traveler 18+. Above the allowance, excise + 15% VAT. Declare at Red Channel with purchase receipts.
Customs authority
New Zealand Customs Service (NZCS) · https://www.customs.govt.nz