Some goods are prohibited from shipping, while others require permits, special packaging, inspection, or prior approval. Requirements vary by country, carrier, transport method, and destination.
Contact Banabbowa before booking controlled or sensitive cargo.
Prohibited cargo
The following items are generally not accepted:
- Illegal drugs and narcotics
- Explosives and unauthorized weapons
- Counterfeit or stolen goods
- Hazardous waste
- Protected wildlife products
- Goods prohibited by the origin or destination country
- Any cargo that cannot be legally declared or documented
Controlled cargo
These items may be accepted only after review and approval:
- Medicines and medical products
- Food, plants, seeds, and agricultural products
- Batteries and battery-powered equipment
- Perfumes, aerosols, and flammable liquids
- Chemicals and industrial materials
- Alcohol and tobacco products
- High-value cargo
- Live animals
- Vehicles, machinery, and spare parts
- Personal effects requiring customs documentation
Documents that may be required
Depending on the cargo, Banabbowa may request:
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Import or export permit
- Safety Data Sheet
- Certificate of origin
- Health or phytosanitary certificate
- Prescription or medical authorization
- Identification and proof of ownership
- Customs declaration
Important notice
Acceptance is subject to inspection, documentation, carrier rules, customs requirements, and the laws of every country involved. Do not send restricted or controlled cargo before receiving written approval from Banabbowa Global Services.