Know the rules
Customs & Excise has the duty to protect Grenada from the importation of drugs, firearms and other harmful goods and stop travelers from evading import duty. All persons entering the country are required by law to declare to Customs anything contained in their baggage, or carried with them, which has been obtained outside of Grenada.
Customs & Excise has the duty to protect Grenada from the importation of drugs, firearms and other harmful goods and stop travelers from evading import duty. All persons entering the country are required by law to declare to Customs anything contained in their baggage, or carried with them, which has been obtained outside of Grenada.
Customs Declaration Form
All passengers are required to complete the Immigration/Customs Declaration Form. This form will be provided to you onboard by your airline and there are copies available in the Arrivals Hall. It is advisable to fill out your declaration in advance of your arrival in order to expedite Immigration and Customs clearances.
Passengers are also required to answer all questions asked by the Customs Officer relating to their travel, baggage, its contents and other items being imported. Passengers are asked to be honest when filling out the declarations and cooperate with the Customs Officers. Misinformation can result in delays and penalties
Duty Free Allowances
Tobacco Goods
200 Cigarettes or
50 Cigars or
250 Grams of Tobacco
Alcohol
1 Liter of Wine or
1 Liter of Spirits
Perfumed Spirits
10 Fluid Ounces
Other Goods
To the value of EC$1000.00
Exemptions
No Exemptions or Duty-Free Relief Apply
The following persons and goods are not eligible for duty-free exemptions or relief:
Persons
Anyone returning to Grenada after an absence of less than 24 hours.
Age Restrictions
Persons under 18 years of age are not eligible for relief on spirits (except perfumed spirits), tobacco products, or wine.
Commercial Goods
No relief is granted for goods intended for commercial use.
Red and Green Channel System
To expedite the clearance of passengers arriving, Customs & Excise uses the Red & Green Channel System. Incoming passengers are advised to choose the appropriate channels for Customs clearance: Passengers with nothing to declare may pass through the Green Channel while passengers with goods to declare have to pass through the Red Channel.
GREEN Channel
You should choose the Green Channel (nothing to declare) if you:
- Do not have to pay taxes on goods you are bringing in.
- Do not have to fulfil customs formalities.
- Are not carrying goods that are forbidden in Grenada.
- Are not carrying goods to which restrictions apply in Grenada.
RED Channel
You should choose the Red Channel (goods to declare) if you:
- Have to pay taxes on goods you are bringing in.
- Have to fulfil customs formalities.
- Are not sure whether you have to declare something.
Prohibited Items
These are items that are completely banned from being carried on an aircraft, either in carry-on or checked baggage. They cannot be transported under any circumstances because they pose significant safety or security risks.
- Explosives
- Flammable liquids
- Certain hazardous chemicals
- Narcotics
- Arms and ammunition
Restricted Items
Certain items are permitted only under specific conditions or limitations. They may require special packaging, quantity restrictions, or prior approval from the airline or relevant authorities. Please review the guidelines below before traveling:
Items Requiring Import Permits or Declaration
- Firearms – Licensed firearms must be declared. A local licence can be obtained from the Royal Grenada Police Force (RGPF).
- Animals / Birds – An Import Permit must be obtained from the Ministry of Agriculture.
- Meat & Meat Products – An Import Permit is required from the Ministry of Agriculture.
- Fruits & Vegetables – An Import Permit must be secured from the Ministry of Agriculture.
- Seafood – An Import Permit must be obtained from the Fisheries Division.
Customs & Excise Division
Burns Point, The Carenage
St. George’s
Grenada, W.I.
Telephone:
+1 (473) 440-2239 / 2240 / 3588
Fax:
(473) 440-5038
Email:
gdcustoms@customs.gov.gd
Ministry of Agriculture & Lands
Ministerial Complex
Botanical Gardens
St. George’s
Grenada, W.I.
Telephone:
(473) 440-2708 / 3386 / 3078
Fax:
(473) 440-4191
Email:
agriculture@gov.gd