Can I purchase wine?

South Africa produces some of the world’s finest wines so if you are a wine lover we suggest you have a box shipped to you. Both Canada and the USA have restrictions on how much can be brought in duty free, and anything over that amount will be charged import duties.

 

USA

One American liter (33.8 fl. oz.) of alcoholic beverages may be included in your returning resident personal exemption if: 

• You are at least 21 years old. 

• It is intended exclusively for your personal use and not for sale. 

• It does not violate the laws of the state in which you arrive.

 

Canada – only one of the following is allowed:

• 1.5 litres (50.7 US ounces) of wine, or 

• 1.14 litres (38.5 US ounces) of liquor, or

• A total of 1.14 litres (38.5 US ounces) of wine and liquor