What you can and cannot send
Most personal belongings travel without any trouble. These are the things we cannot carry, and the ones that need a little care.
We cannot carry
Explosives and fireworks
They are dangerous goods and no carrier will take them.
Includes: firework, explosive, ammunition, ammo, gunpowder, distress flare, marine flare, sparkler, detonator, party popper
Weapons and replicas
Weapons, replicas and their parts are not accepted.
Includes: firearm, handgun, rifle, air rifle, air gun, pistol, shotgun, airsoft, bb gun, replica gun, toy gun, taser, stun gun, pepper spray, crossbow
Flammable liquids and gases
Fuels, gas canisters, lighters and matches are dangerous goods.
Includes: petrol, gasoline, lighter fluid, cigarette lighter, gas lighter, zippo, butane, propane, gas canister, gas cylinder, camping gas, paint thinner, white spirit, turpentine, methylated spirit, acetone, matches
Aerosols
Aerosols, including deodorant, hairspray and shaving foam, are dangerous goods. Roll-on and stick versions are fine.
Includes: aerosol, spray can, hairspray, hair spray, spray deodorant, deodorant spray, shaving foam, spray paint, air freshener
Perfume and nail varnish
Perfume, aftershave and nail varnish are flammable and are treated as dangerous goods.
Includes: perfume, aftershave, cologne, eau de toilette, eau de parfum, nail polish, nail varnish
Spare lithium batteries and power banks
Spare lithium batteries, power banks and vapes cannot travel. Carry them with you.
Includes: power bank, powerbank, spare battery, lithium battery, loose battery, e-cigarette, vape
Electric bikes and scooters
Their batteries are too large to send. Please contact us to talk it through.
Includes: e-bike, ebike, electric bike, e-scooter, electric scooter, hoverboard, mobility scooter battery
Chemicals, poisons and corrosives
Household chemicals and corrosives are dangerous goods.
Includes: bleach, battery acid, sulphuric acid, hydrochloric acid, pesticide, weed killer, insecticide, poison, drain cleaner, oven cleaner, chlorine
Cash and bullion
Cash and bullion are not accepted.
Includes: cash, banknote, bank note, bullion, gold bar
Illegal drugs
Controlled drugs are not accepted. Cannabis and CBD products are illegal in many countries.
Includes: cannabis, marijuana
Can travel, with care
Alcohol
Many destinations limit or ban alcohol, and strong spirits are dangerous goods. Please ask us before packing it.
Includes: alcohol, wine, beer, spirits, whisky, whiskey, vodka, gin, rum, champagne, prosecco, liqueur
Food
Some countries, such as Australia and New Zealand, strictly control food. Declare it clearly, or leave it out.
Includes: food, meat, cheese, fruit, vegetable, honey, spice, sweets, chocolate, biscuit
Plants, seeds and soil
Plants, seeds, soil and untreated wood are controlled by many countries. Declare them clearly.
Includes: plant, seed, soil, flower bulb, plant cutting, wood carving
Medicines
Medicines can be held at customs. Take essential medicines with you, and keep any others in their labelled packs.
Includes: medicine, medication, tablets, pills, prescription, supplement, vitamins
Devices with batteries
Devices with built-in batteries can travel switched off and protected. Do not pack spare batteries with them.
Includes: laptop, phone, mobile phone, tablet, ipad, camera, drone, games console, headphones, electric toothbrush, shaver
Fragile or valuable items
Pack them well and check your cover level: valuable items may need extra cover.
Includes: glass, mirror, china, porcelain, ceramic, jewellery, jewelry, watch, artwork, painting, antique, gold, silver, designer