UK updates list of items travellers can, cannot bring into country

The United Kingdom has updated its customs guidance for travellers, outlining the items visitors can bring into the country duty-free, those that are prohibited, and goods that require special permits before entry. According to revised UK government guidance released on Thursday, duty-free allowances apply only to goods intended for personal use or as gifts. Any item imported for business or resale must be declared regardless of its value. Travellers arriving in England, Scotland and Wales from outside the UK are permitted to bring up to 42 litres of beer, up to 18 litres of still wine, and either up to four litres of spirits containing more than 22 per cent alcohol or up to nine litres of alcoholic drinks with an alcohol content of up to 22 per cent, including sparkling wine, port, sherry and cider. The allowance may also be shared between spirits and lower-strength alcoholic drinks.