Can you bring alcohol to Canada?
Short answer
Allowed, within limits
Alcohol
allowed, within limitsUp to 1.5 litres of wine, 1.14 litres of spirits, or 8.5 litres of beer/ale duty-free
This duty-free allowance is generally tied to how long you were away before arriving; if in doubt, declare and ask the CBSA officer. Provincial minimum age applies.
Also covers: alcohol, wine, spirits, liquor, beer
Checked 2026-08-10 — Source: CBSA — Alcohol and tobacco limits
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