Do I have to declare Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) at Thailand customs?

Only above the allowance. Up to 2 kilograms of Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) there is nothing to declare; beyond it you take the goods through the red channel and pay the duty.

What happens if I do not declare Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) in Thailand?

If you declare the excess yourself, a flat-rate charge is applied to the excess. An administrative fine is imposed. If the goods are found without being declared, an administrative fine is imposed.

Can I post or ship Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) to Thailand instead of carrying it?

Not under this allowance. It covers goods a traveller carries; a parcel is an import and is assessed under the postal rules instead.

Can I take Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) out of Thailand?

Thailand publishes no separate rule for taking Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) out; the destination's rules are what will apply.

Does the Thailand limit for Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) apply per person or per family?

Per person. Each traveller carries their own allowance and it cannot be pooled with anyone else's.

Where does this rule come from?

The Customs Department (Thailand) states it in List of Dangerous Goods may be carried by passenger or crew. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19.

How does Thailand compare with other countries on Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs)?

Of the 20 countries covered here, 0 prohibit Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs), 13 limit it and 7 let it through. Thailand is among the ones that set a limit.

How much Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) can I bring into Thailand?

Restricted

You can bring Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) into Thailand only within the stated limits.

Cabin baggage —

Checked baggage —

Declaration Above allowance

Limit 2 kilogram

What you need to know

2 kilogram (4.41 lb)
Channels: Carried with the traveler

On the plane

Airline differences

Airline	Difference from the baseline
Air France	Stricter than the standard rule
British Airways	More permissive

Important

This allowance applies per person, not per family or group.

Official sources

Last verified 2026-09-19

List of Dangerous Goods may be carried by passenger or crew The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT)

Questions about Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) in Thailand

How much Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) can I bring into Thailand?: Thailand allows 2 kilograms of Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) per traveller. Above that the goods are treated as an import and duty becomes payable. The allowance is per traveller and cannot be pooled between people.
Do I have to declare Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) at Thailand customs?: Only above the allowance. Up to 2 kilograms of Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) there is nothing to declare; beyond it you take the goods through the red channel and pay the duty.
What happens if I do not declare Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) in Thailand?: If you declare the excess yourself, a flat-rate charge is applied to the excess. An administrative fine is imposed. If the goods are found without being declared, an administrative fine is imposed.
Can I post or ship Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) to Thailand instead of carrying it?: Not under this allowance. It covers goods a traveller carries; a parcel is an import and is assessed under the postal rules instead.
Can I take Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) out of Thailand?: Thailand publishes no separate rule for taking Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) out; the destination's rules are what will apply.
Does the Thailand limit for Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs) apply per person or per family?: Per person. Each traveller carries their own allowance and it cannot be pooled with anyone else's.
Where does this rule come from?: The Customs Department (Thailand) states it in List of Dangerous Goods may be carried by passenger or crew. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19.
How does Thailand compare with other countries on Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs)?: Of the 20 countries covered here, 0 prohibit Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs), 13 limit it and 7 let it through. Thailand is among the ones that set a limit.

Related items

Accompanied cash Accompanying goods, non-commercial (flat-rate band) Agricultural/forestry/fishery/livestock products (general sub-cap) Alcohol and alcoholic beverages above 22% vol (or undenatured ethyl alcohol 80% vol and over)

Related countries

Australia Canada China France

Other items in this group

Cargo liquids in checked baggage (Zamzam water, edible oil, liquid food) Duty-free liquids in a sealed security bag Medicine and baby food/milk liquids exempted from the LAG limit Perfume and toilet water Skincare and make-up products