Restricted items
Know what cannot ship, before you pack.
Some goods are dangerous, illegal or tightly regulated. Others can ship only with special handling. Check this list first. When in doubt, ask our agency before you send.
- Prohibited
- Never accepted
- Restricted
- Special handling
- When unsure
- Ask before packing
Prohibited
Never accepted
These items cannot be shipped by any service.
Dangerous and illegal
- Explosives, ammunition and fireworks
- Illegal drugs and controlled substances
- Weapons and weapon parts
- Counterfeit goods
Financial and personal
- Cash and negotiable instruments
- Human remains
- Live animals unless specifically arranged
Restricted
Allowed with conditions
These items may travel, but only with the right packaging, paperwork or mode.
Batteries and electronics
Lithium batteries have strict limits by air. Some routes require them to be installed in the device, not loose.
Liquids and aerosols
Flammable liquids, perfumes and aerosols may be limited by volume or banned by air.
Food, plants and medicines
Destination countries often require health certificates, labels or prescriptions.
High-value goods
Jewellery, art and electronics may need declared value, insurance and tamper-evident packaging.
How to check
Three steps before you book
1. Check the origin rules
Some goods cannot leave the country of origin without export permission.
2. Check the destination rules
Import rules vary widely by country. Prohibited in one place may be allowed in another.
3. Ask our agency
Tell us exactly what you are sending. We confirm whether it can travel and by which mode.
Questions
Good to know.
What happens if I ship a prohibited item?
The shipment can be refused, held, returned or seized by authorities, and fines may apply.
Can I ship batteries?
Often yes, with limits. Rules depend on battery type, capacity and transport mode. Ask our agency before packing.
