Yes - carry it on.
- 100 ml is within the 100 ml carry-on limit.
- Keep it with your other liquids in one clear resealable bag.
- Sealed duty-free bought after security is also allowed.
Emirates' Dangerous Goods Policy allows alcoholic beverages in retail packaging containing more than 24% but not more than 70% alcohol by volume, in receptacles not exceeding 5 L, with a total net quantity of 5 L per person, in both carry-on (YES) and check-in (YES). It adds that alcohol, cigarettes and e-cigarettes, perfumes, electronics and medication are also subject to the customs regulations and airport security checks of your departure or arrival country.
🍾 Alcohol on Emirates
From Emirates' Dangerous Goods Policy.
| Rule | Emirates policy |
|---|---|
| Strength | More than 24% but not more than 70% alcohol by volume |
| Packaging | Retail packaging, in receptacles not exceeding 5 L |
| Total quantity | 5 L net per person |
| Carry-on | Yes |
| Check-in | Yes |
- Customs apply on top: Emirates says the acceptance of alcohol, cigarettes and e-cigarettes, perfumes, electronics, medication and other items, in the cabin or checked baggage, is subject to specific customs regulations and airport security checks in your country of departure or arrival.
- UAE entry: the policy covers what you can take on board and into the UAE; check the destination's customs allowance before you buy duty-free.
❓ Quick answers
Can I bring alcohol on Emirates?
Yes: alcoholic drinks above 24% and up to 70% ABV in retail packaging, in containers up to 5 L, with 5 L in total per person, in carry-on and check-in, subject to customs rules of your departure or arrival country.
How much alcohol can I carry on Emirates?
Emirates' policy allows a total net quantity of 5 L per person, in receptacles not exceeding 5 L.
What is the maximum alcohol strength on Emirates?
Emirates' policy lists drinks of more than 24% but not more than 70% alcohol by volume with a 5 L total per person.
Are e-cigarettes and alcohol subject to customs rules on Emirates?
Yes. Emirates says alcohol, cigarettes and e-cigarettes, perfumes, electronics and medication are subject to specific customs regulations and airport security checks in your departure or arrival country.
Checked 8 October 2026 on the airline's own terms and pages. Rules change: confirm with Emirates before you fly.
