Prohibited Items (Banned for Both Air & Road Courier)

These items cannot be shipped via any courier service in India due to safety, security, or legal restrictions.

Explosives, Flammable & Hazardous Materials

• Firecrackers, Fireworks, Matchsticks, Lighters
• Petrol, Diesel, Kerosene, Paints, Turpentine
• Gas Cylinders (LPG, Oxygen, Butane, Propane)
• Aerosol Sprays, Perfumes (in bulk quantity)
• Dry Ice, Chemical-based Adhesives, Industrial Chemicals

Weapons, Ammunition & Military Items

• Firearms, Bullets, Air Guns, BB Guns
• Sharp Objects (Knives, Swords, Daggers, Axes)
• Self-defence Weapons (Pepper Spray, Stun Guns, Batons)
• Toy or Replica Guns (without proper approval)

Drugs, Narcotics & Illegal Substances

• Heroin, Cocaine, LSD, Marijuana, Opium
• Steroids and Anabolic Drugs (without a prescription)
• Unapproved Medicines & Pharmaceuticals

Toxic & Hazardous Substances

• Radioactive Materials, Infectious Biological Samples
• Poisons, Pesticides, Acids, Bleach, Mercury
• Industrial Batteries, Car Batteries, Wet Batteries

Currency, Valuables & Precious Items

• Cash (Indian Rupees or Foreign Currency)
• Gold, Silver, Diamonds, Precious Stones
• High-value Antiques, Art, Rare Collectibles

Perishable & Biological Materials

• Fresh Meat, Seafood, Dairy Products (without refrigeration)
• Live Animals, Birds, Insects
• Human or Animal Remains, Organs, Blood Samples

Restricted Items (Allowed with Special Conditions or Documents)

These items can be sent via courier only with proper approvals, packaging, and documentation.

Alcohol & Liquor

• Allowed in some states with proper permits
• Not allowed in dry states like Gujarat & Bihar
• Limited to 5 liters in sealed bottles (for approved shipments)

Medicines & Pharmaceuticals

• Allowed with a valid doctor’s prescription
• Restricted for certain controlled drugs (needs approval)

Electronics & Batteries

• Mobile Phones, Laptops, Tablets – Allowed but may need IMEI declaration
• Power Banks & Loose Lithium Batteries – Not allowed in air shipments, only surface mode
• Lithium-ion Batteries (Under 100Wh) – Allowed with proper packaging

Food Items

• Dry Packaged Food (Snacks, Biscuits, Chocolates) – Allowed
• Liquid or Fresh Food (Curry, Dairy, Vegetables, Fruits) – Not allowed in air shipments, limited in road transport

Documents & Government Papers

• Passports, Aadhaar Cards, PAN Cards – Allowed only via registered courier services
• Legal and confidential documents may require notarization or approval

 

 

 

 

 Special Considerations for Air vs. Road Courier

Item Type	Air Courier	Road Courier
Firearms & Ammunition	Banned	Banned
Liquor & Alcohol	Limited, with approval	Allowed in states with permits
Perishable Food Items	Not Allowed	Limited quantities allowed
Power Banks & Loose Batteries	Not Allowed	Allowed with restrictions
Hazardous Chemicals	Banned	Banned
Medical Oxygen Cylinders	Allowed with medical approval	Allowed with clearance

 Important Guidelines for Domestic Shipments

Always declare package contents correctly
Check courier-specific policies before shipping
Pack items properly to avoid damage or rejection
Use insured service for high-value shipments