In preparation for your journey to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from India, it’s crucial to be informed about the restricted items that cannot be carried in your check-in baggage.
Mumbai airport authorities have recently unveiled a list of banned items due to a surge in the rejection of check-in baggage. This measure coincides with the festive season, which witnesses a notable increase in the number of Indian travelers on both sides.
Here is a comprehensive list of prohibited items:
- Ghee
- Paint
- Dry coconut
- Camphor
- Pickles
- Oily food items
- E-cigarettes
- Lighters
- Power banks
- Spray Bottles
In May 2022 alone, a staggering 943 instances of dry coconuts were detected in passengers’ check-in baggage at Mumbai Airport. This heightened vigilance follows the March 2022 decision by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security in India to include dry coconuts in the list of restricted items. Despite this, many passengers remain unaware, leading to an increased number of baggage refusals. Stay informed and travel hassle-free.
