Adults crossing the border on foot or by car may bring 6 liters of alcohol every 31 days
Adults entering the country on foot or in a private vehicle may bring up to 6 liters of alcohol into California for personal use every 31 days. Before, the cap was the federal duty-free amount and applied to pedestrians and to California residents driving back.
Who it affects
Adults bringing alcohol into California from another country
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California AB 2751: Alcoholic beverages: imports: personal or household use: reasonable amounts.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.