Prohibited and Restricted Items When Shipping from the UAE

Joudi Cargo does not ship hazardous materials, items prohibited by law, live animals, currency or undeclared high-value jewellery. Air carriers also restrict items such as loose lithium batteries, perfumes and aerosols, and every destination country has its own list. If you are not sure about an item, message us on WhatsApp before booking.

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Never accepted

  • Hazardous materials: flammable liquids, gases, explosives, corrosives.
  • Items prohibited by UAE law or the law of the destination country.
  • Live animals.
  • Currency.
  • High-value jewellery that is not declared.

Restricted on flights

Lithium batteries packed on their own, perfumes, aerosols and some liquids are restricted by air carriers. Batteries inside a device are usually accepted. Ask us before booking these items.

Depends on the destination

Medicines, supplements, cosmetics, food, drones and radios are allowed in some countries and restricted in others, sometimes with a permit. See our document guides for Egypt, India, the UK, Saudi Arabia and the USA.

Frequently asked questions

Can I ship perfume from the UAE?

Perfume is restricted on flights because it is flammable. Message us before booking to check the options for your destination.

Can I ship a laptop or phone?

Yes, devices with the battery inside are usually accepted. Loose spare batteries are restricted.

Can I ship medicines?

It depends on the medicine and the destination country. Ask us first.

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