Can I Bring Liquor on My India Flight?
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Hi all, I’m flying from the US to New Delhi next month and would love to bring a few bottles of my favorite bourbon as gifts. Does anyone know how much liquor I can take on the plane and if I put it in checked luggage or carry-on?
Hey Ginny! You’re in luck. India allows passengers to bring in up to 2 liters of alcoholic beverages (wine or liquor) as part of your duty-free allowance. Just be aware that you need to be 18 or older to import alcohol.
Ginny, I’d recommend packing those bourbon bottles securely in your checked luggage. Make sure to wrap them carefully in bubble wrap or clothes to prevent breakage.
Just a heads up, Ginny – the 2-liter allowance for liquor typically applies to purchases made at duty-free shops after you clear security. If you’re bringing the bourbon from home, it might be best to check in the bottles.
To add to what Joana said, make sure you check the airline’s website for any specific restrictions on liquids in checked bags. Some airlines may have additional rules.
Ginny, a word of advice – if you’re buying that bourbon at the airport duty-free, keep the receipt handy. Sometimes customs officers can be a bit stricter depending on where you’re flying from.
Hey guys, quick question. Does the type of liquor matter? Or can I bring anything as long as it’s within the 2-liter limit?
PropPilot, good question! The type of liquor doesn’t usually matter, whether it’s whiskey, gin, vodka, etc. It’s just the total volume that counts towards your allowance.
I flew to India last year and brought back some amazing local rum as a souvenir. Just make sure you declare it on your customs form upon arrival.
Anyone know if I can buy alcohol on the plane and bring that into India in addition to the 2 liters? I remember seeing duty-free on the flight.
Hey John, from my experience, it depends on the airline and where you transit through. Some airlines might allow the purchase, but you may need to consume it on board or potentially face restrictions at your transit point. To be safe, I’d double-check with the airline beforehand!
Has anyone had issues carrying liquor through India if their final destination is somewhere else? Thinking about taking a few bottles to Nepal as a gift.
PropPilot312, I believe connecting domestic flights within India have looser restrictions. I’d still pack it in your checked luggage to be safe though.
PropPilot312, definitely check with the airline directly – they’ll have the most accurate and reliable information.
This is all so helpful! Just to be sure, can I check in only alcohol as my luggage, or do I need to have clothes and other stuff too?
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