China Blue News: Ningbo Customs Helps Port Duty Free Consumption 'Heat Up'

On the morning of January 12th, in the T2 terminal of Ningbo Lishe International Airport, there was a continuous stream of passengers purchasing duty-free goods at the exit duty-free shop. The shelves are filled with a dazzling array of tobacco, alcohol, bags, and boutique products, showcasing consumer vitality. Mr. Zhang, who is preparing to visit relatives in Singapore, is currently selecting his desired products in the duty-free shop after completing the exit procedures. Mr. Zhang successfully purchased two bottles of domestically produced liquor after providing his flight ticket and passport information, saying, "The brand here is complete, the price is more affordable than at the counter, and you can even take the plane directly. It's so convenient.
In recent years, the number of inbound and outbound passengers at Ningbo Airport has continued to increase. According to statistics, in 2025, Ningbo Airport Customs will supervise a total of 1.0711 million inbound and outbound passengers, setting a new high in six years. The significant increase in passenger flow has injected strong impetus into the recovery of the port's duty-free industry. In 2025, our store sales will reach 6.94 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 94.27%, "said Li Lei, business manager of China Duty Free Group Ningbo Airport Duty Free Products Co., Ltd." Since January 2026, the consumption of duty-free goods has continued to rise, which has also given us confidence
In order to assist duty-free shops at the port in seizing the opportunity of Spring Festival sales, Ningbo Airport Customs proactively provided advanced services, coordinated and grasped the sales needs of enterprises in advance, guided the handling of duty-free goods transfer and import customs declaration and storage supervision procedures, and achieved "immediate inspection and release".
Thanks to the support of Ningbo Customs, all of our duty-free goods are transferred, stored, and put on shelves on the same day they arrive, "said Li Lei.
In order to reduce the need for businesses to run errands and save time, we actively coordinate with the local customs to achieve paperless transfer of duty-free goods by 2026, "said Hong Yang, Deputy Director of the Travel Inspection Department of Ningbo Airport Customs." The most time-consuming transfer process in the past is now done in seconds on the system, and businesses no longer need to run errands to submit paper materials
By 2025, the customs will ensure the rapid transfer and storage of 5 batches and over 30000 duty-free items, ensuring sufficient supply of over 400 popular goods such as tobacco, alcohol, bags, etc., and fully guaranteeing the shopping needs of passengers.
Tip:
What taxes are exempted for duty-free goods?
Tariffs, import value-added tax, and consumption tax.
Can everyone go shopping at the duty-free shops at the port?
The sales targets of duty-free shops at ports are limited to individuals who have completed their exit procedures and are about to travel abroad; The sales target of duty-free shops at ports is limited to individuals who have not yet completed the entry procedures.
3. Purchase voucher
Passengers should purchase duty-free goods with their proof of transportation or valid entry and exit documents.
Can I buy unlimited items in duty-free shops?
This is a common misconception. The so-called "duty-free goods" refer to goods that are exempt from customs duties and other import taxes at the time of import. It does not mean that individual travelers can carry duty-free goods in and out of the country without limit. Different countries and regions have vastly different regulations on passengers carrying personal items. Each traveler should understand the laws and regulations of the customs at the destination according to their own needs.