Customs

You are allowed to bring in and take out the following items

Imports

• 6,000 RMB in cash and $5,000 US – any cash above this amount must be declared
• 400 cigarettes
• 2 bottles of alcoholic beverages (not exceeding 75 cl)
• A reasonable amount of perfume for personal use

Exports

• 6,000 RMB in cash
• 4 cartons of tobacco products for personal use
• Antiques should carry an authorization seal or authorization letter by the department of cultural relics. A customs declaration obtained when entering China is required in case the items will be re-exported

Prohibited Items include dangerous drugs, animals, plants, endangered species, meat and poultry.

Arms and ammunitions, printed matter directed against the public order and morality of China, radio transmitters, exposed but un-developed film.