Washington Administrative Code
Title 314 - Liquor and Cannabis Board
Chapter 314-68 - Importation of alcoholic beverages for personal or household use
Section 314-68-030 - How much alcoholic beverages can a private individual bring into the state of Washington for personal or household use?
Do Not Have to Pay Tax and Markup |
Must Pay Tax and Markup |
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Bringing from inside the U.S. |
2 liters of spirits or wine or 288 ounces of beer, no more than once per calendar month. |
An amount above 2 liters of spirits or wine or 288 ounces of beer during one calendar month. |
Bringing from outside the U.S. |
The amount that has been declared and permitted to enter the United States duty free under federal law. |
An amount in excess of that permitted by federal law. |
Individuals moving into the state or receiving alcoholic beverages through inheritance or estate settlements will be allowed a one-time exemption from payment of tax and markup.
Statutory Authority: RCW 66.08.030 and 66.12.120. 99-10-066, § 314-68-030, filed 5/4/99, effective 6/4/99; Order 40, § 314-68-030, Rule 136, filed 8/21/75.