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A critical observation for the consumer is volume. AUH Duty Free often sells spirits in 1-litre bottles, whereas domestic stores sell 700ml or 750ml. On a price-per-milliliter basis, the value proposition at AUH is significantly higher than the sticker price suggests.
In the UAE, the standard VAT is 5%. However, the primary savings for liquor come from the excise taxes. The UAE typically levies a 100% excise tax on alcohol sold domestically.
Abu Dhabi Airport offers several duty-free shops across its terminals. These include: