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    How much alcohol can you bring into Finland from another EU country?

    Personal-use limits for alcohol bought in EU countries, and the age rules.

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    Short answer

    This topic is for adults aged 18 and over. From another EU country you can bring alcohol tax-free if it is for your own use and was taxed where you bought it. Finnish Customs treats these amounts as personal use: 110 litres of beer, 90 litres of wine (no more than 60 litres sparkling), 20 litres of intermediate products up to 22% and 10 litres of other alcoholic drinks, such as spirits.

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    Why

    1. Finnish Customs lists 10 litres of other alcoholic beverages and 20 litres of intermediate products as the limits for arrivals from the EU.
    2. Finavia gives the same EU quantities for passengers at Finnish airports: 110 l beer, 90 l wine, 20 l up to 22% and 10 l other drinks.
    3. Persons under 18 may not bring in alcohol, and persons under 20 may only bring in mild drinks, Customs says.

    Details

    The alcohol must be for you, your family or a gift, not for sale. Spirits stronger than 80% cannot be brought in without a permit.

    Tip

    Keep the receipt. If Customs asks, it helps show that the drinks were bought and taxed in another EU country.

    What may differ

    Arriving from Åland, the Canary Islands or on a ferry that stops in Åland, the smaller non-EU allowances apply instead.

    Common misconception

    The EU limits are strict maximums, and one bottle more means a fine.

    What actually happens

    The EU amounts are guidance for personal use. Bigger amounts are possible if you can show they are for your own use, otherwise Finnish tax is due.

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    Sources

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

    Visas and Entry Regulations (Schengen)
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