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Before you pack

Prohibited & restricted items

For safety and customs rules, some items cannot be shipped. Boxes containing prohibited items may be held or returned at the sender's cost.

Not allowed

  • Firearms, ammunition, weapons and replicas
  • Explosives, fireworks and flammable liquids
  • Aerosols, gas canisters and lighters
  • Illegal drugs and narcotics
  • Cash, cheques and precious metals
  • Perishable or fresh food, meat and plants
  • Pornographic material
  • Counterfeit goods
  • Batteries sent loose / lithium batteries (air)
  • Prescription medicine without documents

Restricted

  • Electronics: maximum quantities per box for personal use
  • Alcohol and tobacco: limited quantities
  • Branded goods in commercial quantities
  • Liquids must be sealed and well packed

Usually fine

  • Clothes, shoes and bags
  • Canned and dry goods
  • Toiletries and cosmetics
  • Toys and books
  • Household items and kitchenware
  • Chocolates, biscuits and sweets