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    How much alcohol can you bring from Tallinn to Helsinki?

    EU rules on the Tallinn route and the difference from ferries via Åland.

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    Short answer

    This topic is for adults aged 18 and over. Estonia is in the EU, so on the direct Tallinn to Helsinki route the EU personal-use rules apply. You can bring, for example, 110 litres of beer, 90 litres of wine and 10 litres of spirits for your own use. The drinks must be taxed in Estonia, and the Finnish age limits of 18 and 20 apply.

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    Why

    1. Finnish Customs explains that the import restrictions on ferries depend on the route you travel.
    2. Customs lists 10 litres of other alcoholic beverages and 20 litres of intermediate products for arrivals from EU countries.
    3. Tallink publishes the same EU guide quantities for travel between EU countries.

    Details

    You are responsible for showing that large amounts are for your own use. Bringing alcohol for resale is not allowed, and Customs may ask about it.

    Tip

    Use a sturdy trolley or the ferry's car deck for heavy loads. Many shops in Tallinn harbour sell drinks in boxes for travellers.

    What may differ

    Duty-free sales on board are not possible on direct EU routes. Ferries that call at Åland can sell tax-free, and then the non-EU limits apply.

    Common misconception

    From Tallinn you can only bring one litre of spirits.

    What actually happens

    One litre is the non-EU allowance. From Estonia, an EU country, the guide amount for spirits is 10 litres.

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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Customs rules can change, so check Finnish Customs (Tulli) before you travel.

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