Can I get Cuban cigars in New Zealand?

Question

I know the US has a ban on them, but could I get them while I'm living in NZ?

Answer 1

If you are American it is technically illegal.  But the US is the only place in the world that bans them.  I know that most of the Cubans in Canada are fake, New Zealand might not be much better.

Answer 2

In the larger centres there will be a tobacconist who will sell you Cuban cigars.

It is illegal to advertise, so you may have to find out by word-of-mouth.

You may find them listed also in the Yellow Pages.

Answer 3

Yes, it is techically illegal for a US citizen to buy them even in a country where it is legal.  That being said, you won't be watched while you are overseas.

And I don't know how MasterPython can state categorically that most of the Cuban cigars in Canada are fake - that is not exactly the truth.  You will find fakes in tourist areas (Niagra Falls and the like),  though......

Answer 4

You can buy Premium Cuban Cigars through Havan House in Auckland - they advertise "Cuban cigars and accessories retail shop in Auckland for retail, duty free and wholesale cigars. Specialising in Cuban cigars"