Can you bring alcohol to Canada?

Short answer
Allowed, within limits

  • Alcohol

    allowed, within limits

    Up 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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