BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS AND NEVIS — The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has announced special Christmas duty-free allowances for non-commercial importers and travellers for the 2026–2027 holiday season, effective from December 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027.
The initiative provides concessions on eligible imported goods and food packages during the Christmas and New Year period, offering relief to individuals and families as they prepare for the festive season.
Under the announced allowances, gift packages of foodstuffs will benefit from duty- and tax-free treatment on the first 400 pounds (lbs). In addition, non-commercial importers and travellers will be eligible for a duty-free allowance of EC$675.00 (US$250.00) off the Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) value of other non-commercial imports.
The allowances are intended exclusively for non-commercial importers and travellers and are subject to the applicable requirements governing the concessions.
The Government encourages residents, travellers and other eligible importers to take advantage of the seasonal allowances responsibly and to ensure that their imports comply with the relevant regulations.
Members of the public are reminded that the concessions will remain in effect for the stated period, from December 1, 2026, through January 31, 2027.
The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday season and urges all shoppers to shop responsibly.
Source: Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, Christmas Duty-Free Allowances Notice, 2026.
