Restricted & Prohibited Goods in Courier Shipping: Pakistan Regulations
Sending banned or dangerous items can mean your parcel is stopped, sent back or taken away. This guide explains the common types of items couriers refuse, so you can check before you book.
Fast parcels between cities may travel by plane, where safety rules are strict. Items that are not safe to fly may still be allowed by road, but only if your courier offers that.
1Items Couriers Will Not Carry
Couriers commonly refuse these items. Your courier’s own list is the one that counts:
- Guns, air guns, replica weapons and ammunition
- Explosives and fireworks
- Drones and signal jammers
- Cash and coins
- Gold, diamonds and gemstones
- Blank cheques and bearer bonds
2Flammable Liquids, Sprays and Cosmetics
Some everyday items count as dangerous goods because they can catch fire or burst:
Perfume and Attar
Perfume with alcohol in it can catch fire. It may not be allowed on flights, so ask whether your courier sends it by road.
Spray Cans and Deodorants
Spray cans are under pressure and can burst in heat. Couriers may limit or refuse them.
Lithium Batteries and Power Banks
Phones and laptops with the battery inside are often accepted when packed well. Loose batteries and power banks are often refused on flights.
3What Happens If a Banned Item Is Found?
If a parcel fails a security check, the courier may:
1. Hold: Show a tracking status such as “held” or “returned”.
2. Check: Open the parcel to check what is inside.
3. Remove or Return: Remove the item or send the parcel back to you, and you may not get the delivery fee back.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.Can I send perfume by courier in Pakistan?
It depends on the courier. Perfume can catch fire, so couriers may refuse it on flights. Some may accept it by road if it is packed well. Ask your courier before you book.
Q.Can I send a power bank by courier?
Loose lithium batteries, such as power banks, can overheat and catch fire. Many airlines and couriers do not allow them on planes, so ask your courier before sending one.
Q.Can I send cash or gold jewellery in a parcel?
Couriers usually refuse cash, gold and other valuables, and may not pay you anything if they go missing. Check your courier’s terms before you send anything of value.
Q.What paperwork do I need to send chemicals or cosmetics as a business?
A business sending chemicals may be asked for a safety data sheet (MSDS) that describes the product. Ask the courier what paperwork it needs before you book.