Laos duty free

The following goods may be imported into Laos by travellers aged 16 and over without incurring customs duty:

• 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g of tobacco.
• 1L of spirits and 2L of wine.
• 50ml of perfume and 250ml of eau de toilette.
• Goods up to the value of US$50.

You must declare any antique items purchased in other countries.

Prohibited Imports

Prohibited and restricted goods include products affecting national security and stability or public health, narcotics, wildlife, endangered species, and historical artefacts.

Prohibited Exports

Any antiques of great historical value. You should check with the Ministry of Information and Culture before exporting cultural artefacts.