Duty-free allowance (per adult)
| Traveller | Duty-free allowance |
|---|---|
| Indian residents and tourists of Indian origin | Goods up to ₹75,000 |
| Foreign tourists | Goods up to ₹25,000 |
Personal effects you’re carrying for your own use (clothes, toiletries and similar) are generally allowed in addition to these limits.
Gold jewellery
Travellers who have lived abroad for more than one year can bring jewellery duty-free up to:
- 40 g for women
- 20 g for men
Keep purchase receipts and be ready to show them.
What to declare
- Goods above your allowance: use the red channel or declare online if available.
- Large amounts of foreign currency (declaration thresholds apply).
- Restricted items such as satellite phones, drones and some medicines need permissions.
Tips
- Carry invoices for expensive electronics you are bringing back.
- Don’t carry goods for other people.
Always confirm the current rules with the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs before you fly.
