Lithuania customs rules & duty-free allowances
In 2026, Lithuania enforces EU duty-free rules for non-resident adults entering from outside the EU: you may bring 1 liter of spirits (over 22% ABV) or 2 liters of wine/beer (under 22% ABV), plus 200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos (max 3g each) or 50 cigars or 250g smoking tobacco. Cash of €10,000 or more (about USD 10,900) must be declared in writing. Meat and dairy from non-EU countries are generally banned, with limited exceptions for small quantities (up to 2kg) of certain products like baby formula. Personal goods up to €430 (air/sea) or €300 (land) are duty-free; excess is subject to 21% VAT and duty.
Duty-free allowances
Prohibited — banned from import
- Narcotics and psychotropic substances (except for medical use with a permit)
- Meat, meat products, milk, and dairy products from non-EU countries (unless in small quantities for personal use and meeting EU health rules, e.g., up to 2kg total for certain items like baby formula)
- Endangered species and products made from them (CITES-listed animals/plants, e.g., ivory, caviar from wild sturgeon)
- Firearms, ammunition, and explosives (unless with a special permit from the Lithuanian Police)
- Counterfeit goods, including pirated copies of branded items and intellectual property infringements
- Radioactive materials and hazardous waste
Restricted — allowed with a permit or declaration
- Medicines containing controlled substances (e.g., codeine, morphine, diazepam) – require a doctor's prescription and a personal use declaration; for more than a 30-day supply, a permit from the State Medicines Control Agency may be needed
- Plants, seeds, and soil – require a phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country
- Pets (dogs, cats, ferrets) – must have an EU pet passport, microchip, and valid rabies vaccination; non-EU pets need a rabies antibody test
- Drones (unmanned aircraft) – must be registered with the Lithuanian Transport Competence Agency; operators need a certificate
- Cultural goods (antiques over 50 years old, archaeological items) – require an export permit from the Lithuanian Cultural Heritage Department
Rules worth knowing
EU Duty-Free vs. Intra-EU Travel
If arriving from another EU country, duty-free allowances do not apply – you can bring unlimited goods for personal use as long as they are not for resale. The limits above only apply when entering Lithuania from a non-EU country.
Cash Declaration Threshold
Any traveller carrying €10,000 or more in cash (or equivalent in other currencies, including cheques and money orders) must complete a written declaration. Failure to declare can result in seizure and fines.
Tobacco and Alcohol Age Limit
You must be at least 18 years old to bring tobacco or alcohol into Lithuania. Customs may ask for ID. The limits apply per person, not per family.