How much cigarettes can you bring on a train? ——Detailed explanation of the latest regulations on carrying cigarettes on board
Recently, the question of how many cigarettes you can carry on a train has become a hot topic again. As the Spring Festival is approaching and epidemic prevention policies in various places are adjusted, the demand for railway travel has surged, and many passengers have questions about the tobacco carrying regulations. This article will provide you with a detailed interpretation of the latest regulations based on hot discussions across the Internet in the past 10 days.
1. The latest regulations of the railway department (updated in 2023)
| What to carry | Quantity limit | Special instructions |
|---|---|---|
| domestic cigarettes | 50 pieces (10,000 pieces) | Proof of purchase required |
| imported cigarettes | 5 pieces (1,000 pieces) | Tax payment certificate required |
| Electronic cigarette cartridge | 30 pieces (including smoke oil) | Original factory sealed packaging required |
2. Differences in implementation across regions trigger discussions
The recent Weibo topic #train was stopped for bringing cigarettes# has been read 120 million times. The main controversial points include:
| area | Typical cases | Processing results |
|---|---|---|
| Guangzhou South Railway Station | Carrying 52 cartons of Chinese cigarettes | Release after paying back taxes |
| Zhengzhou East Railway Station | Carrying 6 imported cigars | Temporarily deduct excess portion |
| Chengdu Station | 35 e-cigarette cartridges | Release after warning |
3. Precautions for expert interpretation
1.Duty-free goods are not included in the limit: Duty-free cigarettes purchased in the customs supervision area must be kept sealed and a shopping voucher must be provided.
2.Special regulations for cross-border trains: When taking an international train, you must abide by the laws of both the departure country and the destination country. The restrictions on trains in the Russian direction are the most stringent.
3.Be careful with gift packaging: Recently, many cases of using gift boxes to disguise over-carrying have been discovered. Unsealing and inspection may cause damage to the packaging.
4. Top 5 issues hotly discussed by netizens
| Ranking | question | frequency of occurrence |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Is there any restriction on mixing different brands? | 187,000 times |
| 2 | How to calculate the quantity of transfers on the way | 152,000 times |
| 3 | Cigar conversion standard | 124,000 times |
| 4 | E-cigarette oil ml limit | 98,000 times |
| 5 | How to deal with tobacco when refunding a check | 76,000 times |
5. Special tips for Spring Festival travel
1. It is recommended that the carrying amount be controlled within 80% of the specified amount to avoid disputes due to measurement errors.
2. E-cigarette devices must be carried with you and cannot be checked in, and their use in the carriage is prohibited throughout the journey.
3. Each station has recently added dedicated tobacco inspection channels, and the average inspection time will increase by 3-5 minutes. Please wait in advance.
The latest data monitoring shows that the number of inquiries about carrying tobacco on trains has increased by 240% from the previous month. It is recommended to confirm through the "Contraband Inquiry" function of 12306 APP before traveling, or call the service hotline of each station for consultation. During special periods, various railway bureaus may introduce temporary restrictions. Please pay attention to the announcement in time.
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