Lithuanian customs regulations

Evan Kingsley wrote on 9/24/2023. Last updated: 6/20/2024

Duty-Free Allowances

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A stack of vintage suitcases sits against a window with a view of an airplane taking off into the sky, symbolizing travel and the anticipation of a journey.

Raise your glasses, travelers! We're about to spin the world globe and land our fingers on the Baltic beauty that is Lithuania. Now, if you're jet-setting to this gem, there are a few shiny pebbles, or rather, duty-free allowances to consider.

When you fly into Lithuania, you're allowed to bring in certain goods without paying taxes. If you are moving from a non-EU country, these would be up to 430 euros for air and sea travellers, and 300 euros for other ways of travel. Be alert not to take in coins, banknotes, and travellers’ cheques beyond 10,000 euros without declaring it first!

Tax-Free Allowances

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A mother and child, preparing to board a train, exemplify the customs of travel with their suitcases in tow.

I bet you're wondering about Tax-Free shopping, aren't you? I'd be fibbing if I said your eagle-eyed hunt for bargains had slipped past me. In Lithuania, if your permanent residence is outside the EU, you're entitled to Tax-Free shopping.

The fun part? You receive a refund for the VAT you've paid on purchases when you bought items over 50 euros. Remember to ask for a Tax-Free Form at the check-out!

Alcohol Allowance

Now, here's the part we've all been waiting for, the nitty-gritty on alcohol allowances. Don't worry, my fellow wine enthusiasts, I've got your back! If you’re coming from a non-EU country, you can bring in 1 litre of spirits stronger than 22%, 4 litres of non-sparkling wines, and 16 litres of beer.

But let's remember not to let our spirits (quite literally!) fly too high. Lithuania, while generous, has a legal drinking age of twenty. Always respect the local laws!

In conclusion, dear world explorers, while we have attempted to provide you with the most up-to-date information, we can't guarantee its validity due to the ever-changing nature of rules and regulations. We highly recommend that you cross-check all details on the official website of the State Tax Inspectorate of Lithuania. Here's to adventures in Lithuania - make them memorable, respectful, and law-abiding!

(Note: Always check the official website for the latest information - http://www.vmi.lt/cms/)

Evan Kingsley

Evan Kingsley

Hey, I’m Evan! Even though I’ve been bitten by a piranha, left stranded in the Sahara when my camel ditched me, and even spent a night in a Bhutanese jail over a supposedly stolen fruit (I swear I didn’t take it!), I still love traveling so much I don’t think I’ll ever stop. With over 130 countries under my belt, I’m always on the lookout for the next wild adventure… hopefully with fewer bites, camel betrayals, and misunderstandings over fruit!

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